Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Durham.
To ensure you catch your RDU to CUN flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You can fly nonstop to Cancun, Mexico. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
The most punctual carrier offering RDU to CUN flights is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RDU and CUN include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, £73 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £157. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from RDU to CUN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar to explore Cancun and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Cancun. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CUN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cancun. Around 180 miles away to the west, check out popular attractions including P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Around 260 miles west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.