Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and CUN:
Frankfurt Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from RUH to CUN, check if you need a visa to enter Mexico. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport is $1,581. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,635. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flight tickets from RUH to CUN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from RUH to CUN every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Got an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to RUH:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cancun. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RUH to CUN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Cancun
After booking your flights from RUH to CUN, you'll want to find a hotel in Cancun. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Playa Delfines and El Rey Ruins are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Cancun to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Dubai Palace Casino.
Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cancun.