Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport is 11 hours 35 minutes.
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun six hours behind Zurich.
To ensure you catch your ZRH to CUN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Edelweiss Air is your gateway to discovering Cancun (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Edelweiss Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Currently, £267 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £426. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to CUN, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 69.02% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Reserve a hotel close to CUN if you have a late Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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 12 miles away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you want to go to Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to CUN in January if you want to travel in 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 explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 180 miles west to Merida to check off its popular sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 260 miles west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.