Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun six hours behind Lagos.
Your LOS to CUN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LOS and CUN include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Currently, RM3,559 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM6,031. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LOS to CUN, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from LOS to CUN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Of all flights leaving Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Murtala Muhammed International Airport from central Lagos, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LOS? If you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Cancun International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cancun. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Cancun, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its leading sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Campeche is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No journey is complete without seeing Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.