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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAXA) to Cancun (CUN)

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Flight deals from Los Angeles to Cancun

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Cancun.$416 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.
Cancun.$417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.
Cancun.$421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Viva Aerobus and Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Cancun on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.
Cancun.$437 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.
Cancun.$438 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $438, select.
Cancun.$454 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $454, select.
Cancun.$456 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Viva Aerobus and Volaris El Salvador.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris El Salvador, departs from Cancun on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Cancun.$461 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Aeromexico and Volaris El Salvador.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris El Salvador, departs from Cancun on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Los Angeles to Cancun Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
May
from $655
Jun
from $469
Jul
from $416
Aug
from $456
Sep
from $486
Oct
from $461
Nov
from $461
Dec
from $496
Jan
from $462
Feb
from $421
Mar
from $417
Apr
from $649
Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:May

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun

Los Angeles to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

Los Angeles to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$416
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week88

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Cancun is $416. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Cancun.
Aeromexico, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Cancun.
As of May 2025, there are 89 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun Airport on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.

  • Approximately 4 hours 44 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport.

  • The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun.

  • With 42 direct flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from LAX to CUN is with United at 23:59.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to CUN. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as summer and spring break will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN) are available from here.

  • Popular carriers that have direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport out of LAX include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to CUN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.

  • Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) operates nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN).

  • When setting off from VNY, you'll have a choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Los Angeles to CUN. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Van Nuys Airport and CUN:

    • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Los Angeles to CUN? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

About Cancun International Airport (CUN)

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • Cancun International Airport to central Cancun is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport, $154 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $416. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.

  • Get flight tickets from Los Angeles to CUN by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Los Angeles to CUN. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cancun in May when things are quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Los Angeles to CUN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.

More about Cancun

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cancun right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport:

  • One of the best ways to get to know Cancun is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino.

Complete your Cancun trip with a car rental

  • Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Cancun. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Cancun

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