Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to catch your CUN to SCY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight is RM2,777. A return ticket is currently RM5,643. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CUN to SCY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CUN to SCY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Of the flights that depart from Cancun International Airport, 72.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Cancun International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near CUN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCY instead:
Getting from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to central San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of San Cristobal. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Cristobal. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to San Cristobal Airport for March if you want to go to San Cristobal during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
September sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CUN to SCY sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
Puerto Ayora is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Cristobal. Around 88 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Jardin Ceramica, Laboratorio de Invertebrados Terrestres and El Edén Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Ecuador, consider Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, about 5 kilometres west of San Cristobal. Playa Tijeretas, El Humedal and Martha Bucaram de Roldos La Concha Acústica are key reasons to visit.
