Flying from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when searching for a flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport.
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Houston.
The most popular route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN), with 65 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to CUN is the 06:10 Spirit Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 19:52 with United.
Your flight from Houston to CUN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Get there in one go from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN) are available from here.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport leaving from IAH include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Houston to CUN. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Tampico International Airport (TAM)
From central Houston, IAH is approximately 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) operates nonstop flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Houston to CUN taking off from HOU include:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from William P. Hobby Airport:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
You can reach HOU from central Houston in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to CUN:
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CUN:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Cancun International Airport is ج.م. 4,087. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 9,761. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Houston to CUN, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Cancun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Cancun. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Houston to CUN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
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