Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport is 4 hours 39 minutes. Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun 1 hour ahead of Salt Lake City.
Flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport start from 08:00 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is the 17:10 option with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly services between SLC and CUN.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Delta Air Lines runs direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Cancun — and maybe even more of Mexico if your schedule allows.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between SLC and CUN:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport is $275. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $664. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from SLC to CUN, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The journey from central Salt Lake City to Salt Lake City International Airport takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SLC:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Salt Lake City 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 central Cancun. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cancun. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from SLC to CUN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from SLC to CUN, have a look at our accommodation options including:
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Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps 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.