Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun 16 hours behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SYD to CUN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and CUN:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
380 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Return flights start from 841 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to CUN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CUN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar to explore Cancun and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cancun International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to CUN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Cancun, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its must-visit sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are among the biggest draws.