Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Orlando: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Cancun, where Cancun International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Take your pick of 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CUN to MCO is the 08:45 jetBlue option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 18:11 with jetBlue.
To ensure you get on your flight from CUN to Orlando, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando that lands at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Cancun International Airport to Orlando include:
We make it easy to plan a flight from CUN to Orlando that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Mexico. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cancun International Airport to Orlando.
To get to CUN from central Cancun, it'll take about 26 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CUN? If you've booked an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Orlando
ج.م. 5,258 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cancun International Airport to Orlando. A return flight starts at ج.م. 9,168. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from CUN to Orlando by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Cancun International Airport to Orlando. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from CUN to Orlando. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cancun International Airport to Orlando, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando takes around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Reserve a hotel close to MCO if you're catching a late flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 36 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 3 minutes.
After your flight from CUN to Orlando, kick back at a hotel near SFB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Orlando, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CUN to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Orlando
After locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Orlando, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are must-do's during your Orlando adventure.
Complete your Orlando trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Orlando and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to Orlando.
