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Flight deals from Punta Cana to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM1,179. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.RM631 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM631, select.
Cancun.RM636 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM636, select.
Cancun.RM636 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM636, select.
Cancun.RM648 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM648, select.
Cancun.RM652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM652, select.
Cancun.RM701 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM701, select.
Cancun.RM702 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM702, select.
Cancun.RM702 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM702, select.
Cancun.RM703 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM703, select.
Cancun.RM798 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM798, select.
Cancun.RM804 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM804, select.
Cancun.RM805 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM805, select.
Cancun.RM970 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM970, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Punta Cana to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Punta Cana to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from RM970
Jul
from RM636
Aug
from RM636
Sep
from RM648
Oct
from RM652
Nov
from RM631
Dec
from RM702
Jan
from RM701
Feb
from RM702
Mar
from RM703
Apr
from RM805
May
from RM798

Direct flights from Punta Cana to Cancun

Punta Cana to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Punta Cana to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

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Punta Cana to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM631
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineArajet
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Punta Cana to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Punta Cana to Cancun is RM1,178. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Punta Cana to Cancun.
Arajet, World Ticket Ltd and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly direct from Punta Cana to Cancun.
As of June 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Punta Cana to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Punta Cana to Cancun is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport on Friday, 14 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Arajet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Punta Cana.

  • You can take your pick of eight weekly Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport flights.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your PUJ to CUN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Cancun holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Mexico:

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Arajet on this route.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport. These are the top stopovers between PUJ and CUN:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

    • Miami International Airport

    • Panama City Tocumen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • RM629 is the lowest price for a one-way Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM1,180. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book four months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PUJ to CUN.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PUJ to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport.

Handy information about Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)

  • 74% of flights that take off from Punta Cana Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Punta Cana Airport from central Punta Cana, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to PUJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Cancun Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Punta Cana Airport to Cancun Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PUJ to CUN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Cancun is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.

  • Campeche is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without a visit to Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.

Plan the rest of your trip from Punta Cana to Cancun

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.