Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Lima.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Lima Airport to Cancun Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:05.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LIM to CUN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Cancun (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
Sky Airline is the most punctual carrier that operates LIM to CUN flights. An exceptional 92.31% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LIM and CUN:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LIM arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to Lima Airport from central Lima, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
Consider booking a hotel near CUN if you have a late Lima Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cancun Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Lima Airport to Cancun Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIM to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.