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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R17 057

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Mar 12 — Mar 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 10 February 2026.

Tue 10/319:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 17/315:25
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/2R17 057
Sun 8/221:30
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop25h 00m
Delta
Sun 15/212:15
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/2R19 227
Tue 10/321:30
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop29h 50m
Delta
Wed 18/315:25
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 9/2R19 291
Wed 1/419:25
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 8/415:07
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/2R19 387
Sun 8/223:45
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops28h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/211:00
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R19 514
Sat 7/319:20
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/316:55
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R19 562
Sun 8/220:50
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops28h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 15/28:39
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops26h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/2R19 626
Tue 10/320:50
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop21h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 17/313:04
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/2R19 690
Wed 1/423:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Wed 8/416:45
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Delta
Deal found 9/2R19 897
Tue 10/319:20
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops32h 00m
Air France
Tue 17/320:20
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Air France
Deal found 8/2R20 009
Sat 7/319:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 15m
British Airways
Sat 14/310:45
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 7/2R20 105
Sat 7/319:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 14/315:30
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/2R20 168

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 10 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 057

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 940
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 20m 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 10 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cancún that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:35-19:45

2 stops31h 10m

Cancun

Tue 17/3

15:25-7:35

2 stops33h 10m

R17 057

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

21:30-20:20

1 stop29h 50m

Cancun

Wed 18/3

15:25-19:15

1 stop20h 50m

R19 291

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:25-19:45

2 stops31h 20m

Cancun

Wed 8/4

15:07-9:25

2 stops35h 18m

R19 387

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Tue 17/3

16:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R19 562

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

16:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R19 562

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

20:50-12:57

1 stop23h 07m

Cancun

Thu 19/3

11:40-15:05

1 stop20h 25m

R19 690

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

20:50-13:55

1 stop24h 05m

Cancun

Wed 18/3

13:04-17:00

1 stop20h 56m

R19 690

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

20:50-13:55

1 stop24h 05m

Cancun

Thu 19/3

11:40-15:05

1 stop20h 25m

R19 690

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

20:50-14:59

2 stops25h 09m

Cancun

Tue 17/3

11:40-16:55

2 stops22h 15m

R19 801

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

20:50-16:50

2 stops27h 00m

Cancun

Thu 19/3

7:23-15:05

2 stops24h 42m

R19 801

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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 392). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 083). 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 10 February 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
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

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
3 730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

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
1 531 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

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
9 267 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

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
7 724 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

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 23h 07m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R19 690. 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 392). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 083). 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 10 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR16 881AverageR21 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 503AverageR24 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR18 705AverageR23 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 639AverageR28 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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