Flying from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Houston. Explore your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when planning your flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
2 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Houston to Cancun International Airport flight.
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Houston.
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN), with 43 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from IAH to CUN is the 6am Spirit Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 7:52pm with United Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Houston to CUN.
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 stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN) out of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
At IAH, you'll find a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport, including:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with United between IAH and CUN.
Among carriers operating on this route, United is the most consistent for on-time landings.
IAH is about 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
79% of flights leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Looking to fly out of Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to CUN out of HOU. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from HOU to CUN.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Your best bet is Southwest Airlines. 85.96% of its flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Cancun International Airport touch down on schedule.
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Houston to CUN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Reserve a hotel near CUN if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Houston to Cancun International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Cancun. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
At the moment, RM286 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Cancun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM721. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to visit Cancun. March is when most people book flights from Houston to Cancun International Airport (CUN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Houston to CUN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Cancun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Cancun International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Cancun when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to chichen itzá Park followed by Cancun Beach and Hotel Zone.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Kanasín is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 274 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without experiencing Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo."Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij", Santa Isabel hacienda. "Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik" Park and Villa Mágica Kanasín.