Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun two hours ahead of Phoenix.
You can choose from 16 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:30.
To ensure you get on your PHX to CUN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Cancun (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for PHX to CUN flights, with 83.64% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PHX and CUN include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is £68. A round-trip ticket is currently £141. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from PHX to CUN, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from PHX to CUN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport from central Phoenix, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PHX. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience more of Cancun and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Cancun. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHX to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. Around 180 miles west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you want to check out another corner of Mexico, consider Campeche, roughly 260 miles west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are the start of reasons to visit.