Travelling from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is 13 hours behind Shanghai.
Your flight from Shanghai to CUN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
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Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
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New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
82% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PVG.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can arrive at SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to CUN flight:
Most flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CUN and turn in quicker:
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Cancun International Airport flight.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, central Cancun is around 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport is £406. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £983. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to CUN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport (CUN). March is the most popular month to visit Cancun. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in November.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your Shanghai to CUN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cancun
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cancun right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Cancun International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Hotel Zone are must-do's during your Cancun adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 290 kms (180 miles) west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Cancun, Kanasín is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo."Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij", Santa Isabel hacienda. "Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik" Park and Villa Mágica Kanasín.
