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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R11 826

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Jun 25 — Jul 21
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 26 May 2026.

Wed 18/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 20m
British Airways
Fri 27/1111:36
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 49m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R18 432
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Tue 23/217:23
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 488
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Fri 26/218:50
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 618
Thu 12/1119:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop31h 30m
Air Europa
Tue 24/1122:25
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 23/5R21 059
Mon 9/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 01m
American Airlines
Tue 24/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/5R21 222
Sat 7/1119:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop31h 30m
Air Europa
Tue 24/1122:25
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 23/5R21 548
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Sun 21/213:11
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R21 662
Thu 26/1119:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop31h 30m
Air Europa
Thu 3/1222:25
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 22/5R21 744
Fri 6/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 01m
American Airlines
Tue 24/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/5R21 809
Tue 18/815:05
CPT
-
CUN
3 stops57h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/218:45
CUN
-
CPT
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5R23 897
Sun 16/823:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Thu 25/212:10
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 25m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R25 593
Sun 16/823:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Sat 20/214:00
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops21h 35m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R25 658

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 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 432

One-way from

R11 826

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 574
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/11-27/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 09m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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13/7
  • 13/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R23 330 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 162 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 26 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cancún that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Tue 24/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 059

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Thu 26/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 548

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

21:55-20:15

1 stop29h 20m

Cancun

Sun 26/7

15:36-19:40

1 stop21h 04m

R22 070

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Sat 20/2

11:45-10:25

2 stops39h 40m

R22 396

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

23:15-20:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

8:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R23 130

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

21:55-12:30

1 stop21h 35m

Cancun

Tue 24/11

8:00-22:00

2 stops31h 00m

R23 146

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Thu 25/2

18:40-10:25

1 stop32h 45m

R23 326

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

21:15-18:30

1 stop28h 15m

Cancun

Fri 26/2

18:50-10:25

1 stop32h 35m

R23 326

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Mon 22/2

13:11-7:35

2 stops35h 24m

R23 750

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

19:25-17:55

1 stop29h 30m

Cancun

Thu 25/2

13:11-10:25

2 stops38h 14m

R23 750

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Deals found on 24/5

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R8 727). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 590). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Cancún?

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa 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

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 26 May 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
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

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
3 726 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

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
1 591 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

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
9 753 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

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
8 005 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

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 27h 40m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 396. Airlines will cover a distance of 13435 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R8 727). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 590). 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 26 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 292AverageR22 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 122AverageR24 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 552AverageR24 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 340AverageR28 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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