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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R11 778

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Apr 17 — Apr 241
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 18 March 2026.

Wed 7/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 20/1017:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R18 035
Sat 10/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 19/1017:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R18 619
Wed 7/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 18/1017:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R18 685
Fri 9/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops45h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 18/1017:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R18 852
Thu 8/1018:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 15/1020:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 15/3R19 236
Sat 10/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 17/1013:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R19 269
Wed 7/1019:25
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops44h 55m
American Airlines
Wed 14/1013:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R19 453
Fri 9/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops45h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 14/1017:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R19 620
Sat 10/1018:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 18/1020:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 15/3R19 736
Thu 12/1122:10
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops43h 26m
American Airlines
Fri 27/1117:21
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops35h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R19 903
Sat 10/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 14/1013:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R20 053
Thu 8/1021:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops44h 50m
American Airlines
Fri 16/1013:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R20 270

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 18 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 271

One-way from

R11 778

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 971
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 28/4-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 20m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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26/3
  • 26/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R25 203 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 728 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 18 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:00-15:51

1 stop26h 51m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

15:38-9:30

2 stops34h 52m

R21 388

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

15:05-11:05

2 stops27h 00m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

13:12-18:30

1 stop22h 18m

R22 723

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:05-11:30

1 stop22h 25m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

8:00-21:25

2 stops30h 25m

R24 107

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:50-21:35

2 stops37h 45m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

8:06-11:55

2 stops44h 49m

R26 093

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

21:55-12:40

1 stop21h 45m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

13:50-19:40

1 stop22h 50m

R26 343

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

21:15-18:00

1 stop27h 45m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

16:25-7:00

2 stops31h 35m

R27 461

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

20:55-10:30

2 stops44h 35m

Cancun

Fri 14/8

12:45-4:00

2 stops32h 15m

R27 744

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

20:00-15:51

1 stop26h 51m

Cancun

Tue 21/4

15:24-17:10

2 stops42h 46m

R28 011

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:50-17:20

2 stops33h 30m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

18:20-11:55

2 stops34h 35m

R28 311

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

21:55-20:15

1 stop29h 20m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

13:50-19:40

1 stop22h 50m

R29 062

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Deals found on 13/3

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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 581). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 103). 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 18 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
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

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
3 736 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

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
1 546 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

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
9 435 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

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
7 800 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

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 22h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R24 107. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R14 581). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 103). 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 18 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 672AverageR23 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 346AverageR24 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 558AverageR24 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 671AverageR30 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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