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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R20 247

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Jan 13 — Jan 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from South Africa to Cancún
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Cancún that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

Mon 26/121:30CPT - CUN
1 stop20h 35mDelta
Mon 2/213:40CUN - CPT
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/12R20 247
Tue 20/120:50CPT - CUN
1 stop26h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/114:04CUN - CPT
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 635
Mon 26/119:35JNB - CUN
2 stops32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/215:22CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 719
Thu 22/113:45JNB - CUN
2 stops34h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 26/113:23CUN - JNB
2 stops35h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/12R21 057
Mon 26/110:40JNB - CUN
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/213:21CUN - JNB
3 stops35h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12R25 224
Sun 1/221:30CPT - CUN
1 stop30h 41mDelta
Sun 8/216:40CUN - CPT
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/12R20 281
Sun 1/220:50CPT - CUN
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/28:39CUN - CPT
2 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/12R20 652
Sun 1/221:30CPT - CUN
1 stop30h 41mDelta
Mon 9/213:40CUN - CPT
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/12R20 281
Sat 31/120:50CPT - CUN
2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/28:23CUN - CPT
2 stops24h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/12R20 652
Mon 4/519:25JNB - CUN
2 stops28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/516:14CUN - JNB
2 stops31h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12R23 166
Sun 1/221:30CPT - CUN
1 stop30h 41mDelta
Thu 12/28:00CUN - CPT
1 stop28h 15mDelta
Deal found 13/12R20 281
Mon 26/122:00JNB - CUN
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/28:39CUN - JNB
2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 702
Sun 1/221:30CPT - CUN
2 stops44h 35mDelta
Wed 11/215:13CUN - CPT
1 stop21h 02mDelta
Deal found 13/12R20 500
Sun 1/221:30CPT - CUN
1 stop30h 41mDelta
Tue 10/212:05CUN - CPT
2 stops48h 10mDelta
Deal found 13/12R20 534
Mon 4/522:00JNB - CUN
1 stop22h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 26/517:01CUN - JNB
2 stops56h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R24 802
Thu 22/122:00JNB - CUN
1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/114:04CUN - JNB
1 stop21h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R35 432

Find flight deals from South Africa to Cancún

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Cancún flight deals. Data was last updated 14 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 247

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R27 384
Delta
  • Delta
  • 26/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cancún that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

21:30-11:05

1 stop20h 35m

Cancun

Mon 2/2

13:40-19:15

1 stop22h 35m

R20 247

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-21:11

1 stop30h 41m

Cancun

Sun 8/2

16:40-19:15

1 stop19h 35m

R20 281

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-21:11

1 stop30h 41m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

13:40-19:15

1 stop22h 35m

R20 281

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-21:11

1 stop30h 41m

Cancun

Thu 12/2

8:00-19:15

1 stop28h 15m

R20 281

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-11:05

2 stops44h 35m

Cancun

Wed 11/2

15:13-19:15

1 stop21h 02m

R20 500

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-21:11

1 stop30h 41m

Cancun

Tue 10/2

12:05-19:15

2 stops48h 10m

R20 534

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

14:04-18:00

1 stop20h 56m

R20 635

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

20:50-15:35

2 stops25h 45m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

8:39-16:10

2 stops24h 31m

R20 652

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

20:50-15:59

2 stops26h 09m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

8:23-16:10

2 stops24h 47m

R20 652

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

22:00-17:50

2 stops26h 50m

Cancun

Mon 2/2

8:39-18:35

2 stops26h 56m

R20 702

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Deals found on 12/12

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Cancún

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R9 617). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 960). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Cancún in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Cancún flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated 14 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Air France, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Cancún. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 504 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 094 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 574 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 679 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cancun (CUN), located 14,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Cancún.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Cancún?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Cancún can take about 20h 35m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 247. Airlines will cover a distance of 12670 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Cancún?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Cancun or East London - Cancun, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cancun is the most popular route from South Africa to Cancún.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Cancún?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Cancún?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R9 617). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 960). 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 South Africa to Cancún

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 796AverageR20 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 520AverageR25 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 711AverageR22 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 939AverageR30 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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