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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R11 096

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cancún

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 March 2026.

Fri 5/619:25
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 40m
American Airlines
Fri 12/615:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3R19 072
Fri 5/623:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/620:15
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3R19 905
Thu 28/514:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops58h 10m
British Airways
Mon 1/611:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 2/3R20 363
Sat 10/1014:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Fri 23/1015:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 27/2R21 229
Tue 14/418:25
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops26h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 21/415:38
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops42h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/2R22 095
Fri 5/618:00
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 40m
Air France
Fri 12/620:15
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
Air France
Deal found 3/3R23 745
Fri 24/721:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Mon 3/815:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 27/2R23 778
Sat 10/1021:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop29h 20m
Delta
Fri 23/108:00
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Delta
Deal found 27/2R24 154
Tue 14/420:05
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop24h 56m
Delta
Tue 21/48:00
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Deal found 28/2R25 870
Thu 28/513:00
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops52h 09m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/611:09
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops41h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/2R28 910
Sat 14/319:50
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop28h 05m
Condor
Tue 17/319:15
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 30m
Condor
Deal found 28/2R30 184
Sat 14/318:30
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/319:15
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2R31 034

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 4 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 072

One-way from

R11 195

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 314
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/6-12/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 40m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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31/3
  • 31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 05m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R29 390 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 661 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 4 March 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

19:25-20:05

2 stops31h 40m

Cancun

Fri 12/6

15:00-7:00

2 stops33h 00m

R19 072

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

23:15-23:45

2 stops31h 30m

Cancun

Fri 12/6

20:15-11:05

1 stop31h 50m

R19 905

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

14:45-17:55

2 stops58h 10m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:00-7:00

2 stops37h 00m

R20 363

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

18:25-13:39

2 stops26h 14m

Cancun

Tue 21/4

15:38-17:10

2 stops42h 32m

R22 095

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

18:00-17:40

1 stop30h 40m

Cancun

Fri 12/6

20:15-11:05

1 stop31h 50m

R23 745

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Mon 3/8

15:00-9:25

2 stops35h 25m

R23 778

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

20:05-14:01

1 stop24h 56m

Cancun

Tue 21/4

8:00-21:25

2 stops30h 25m

R25 870

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:00-10:09

2 stops52h 09m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:09-11:30

2 stops41h 21m

R28 910

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

17:45-15:35

1 stop28h 50m

Cancun

Tue 21/4

17:40-8:05

1 stop31h 25m

R32 995

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-10:06

1 stop21h 16m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:14-15:20

1 stop21h 06m

R33 910

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R14 741). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 545). 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.

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 4 March 2026.
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
3 745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
Air France
7,4
Good
1 542 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 382 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 774 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

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 26h 14m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 095. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cancun or East London - Cancun, Cape Town Intl - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R14 741). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 545). 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 4 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 290AverageR22 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 950AverageR24 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 158AverageR24 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 187AverageR29 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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