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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cancún from R10 948

JNB — CUN
Oct 7 — Oct 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Cancún

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cancún

Thu 19/1120:20 -
2 stops51h 35m
Sun 22/1117:19 -
2 stops58h 06m
Deal found 4/9R19 457
Thu 19/1119:55 -
1 stop31h 30m
Sun 22/1122:25 -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 4/9R19 919
Fri 27/1113:45 -
2 stops34h 10m
Tue 1/1218:40 -
2 stops31h 00m
Deal found 3/9R20 605
Mon 19/1014:05 -
2 stops35h 35m
Mon 26/1015:55 -
2 stops35h 30m
Deal found 4/9R21 624
Sun 18/1020:55 -
2 stops52h 45m
Sun 25/1015:55 -
2 stops35h 30m
Deal found 3/9R21 672
Sun 4/1021:55 -
1 stop28h 55m
Thu 15/1015:25 -
1 stop21h 15m
Deal found 4/9R21 879

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Cancún

Round-trip from

R19 457

One-way from

R10 948

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 381
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 109h 41m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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30/11-31/12
  • 30/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 203 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

5:45-11:35

3 stops36h 50m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 948

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

16:40-21:10

3 stops59h 30m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 203

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

8:55-13:32

3 stops35h 37m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 972

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

20:55-14:44

2 stops48h 49m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 230

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:35-16:55

1 stop28h 20m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 155

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-18:00

2 stops34h 55m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R17 242
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

21:55-14:25

1 stop23h 30m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 501

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

20:20-16:55

2 stops51h 35m

Cancun

Sun 22/11

17:19-10:25

2 stops58h 06m

R19 457

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

21:55-19:50

1 stop28h 55m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

15:25-19:40

1 stop21h 15m

R21 879

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Sun 22/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 879

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Cancún

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cancún (average of R18 613). Flying from Johannesburg to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 879). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Cancún?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Cancún flights typically cost between R18 884 and R25 927 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 457 on British Airways (Nov 19–Nov 22).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Cancún?

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Cancún, such as Air France,United Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 173 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 733 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 209 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Cancún from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Cancun, which is the city’s only airport. Cancun (CUN) is located 14,2 km from the centre of Cancún. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Cancun per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cancún?

    British Airways, Delta, and Air Europa can get you from Johannesburg to Cancún in just under 28h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 40m. The distance from Johannesburg to Cancún is about 13435 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cancún round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways (R17 522), Air France (R19 054), and United Airlines (R19 464) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Cancún. British Airways is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cancún (average of R18 613). Flying from Johannesburg to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 879). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cancún

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 602AverageR20 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 054AverageR25 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 464AverageR22 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 867AverageR28 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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