How long is the flight from South Africa to Cancún?

A quick flight from South Africa to Cancún can take about 22h 30m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 846. Airlines will cover a distance of 12670 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Cancún?

Before booking your flight from South Africa to Cancún, check out the most popular airlines for this route: British Airways, United Airlines or Air France.

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.

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.

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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.

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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 15 November 2025.

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - CUN

1 stop24h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 31/1214:04CUN - CPT

1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 257

Thu 25/1220:50CPT - CUN

2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/18:39CUN - CPT

2 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 411

Thu 25/1221:30CPT - CUN

1 stop26h 00mDelta

Wed 31/1216:30CUN - CPT

1 stop19h 45mDelta

Deal found 13/11R112 533

Thu 25/1219:50CPT - CUN

1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1217:55CUN - CPT

2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R115 831

Wed 24/1215:20CPT - CUN

2 stops32h 00mLufthansa

Wed 31/1218:10CUN - CPT

2 stops36h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 13/11R130 116

Fri 26/1217:15CPT - CUN

2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/110:35CUN - CPT

1 stop42h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R132 764

Wed 24/127:55CPT - CUN

2 stops38h 10mKLM

Thu 1/120:20CUN - CPT

2 stops26h 50mKLM

Deal found 13/11R142 264

Fri 26/128:00CPT - CUN

1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1220:20CUN - CPT

1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R157 352

Thu 25/1212:35CPT - CUN

2 stops33h 52mQatar Airways

Wed 31/1218:40CUN - CPT

2 stops32h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/11R170 850

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Tue 17/222:00JNB - CUN

2 stops45h 11mAmerican Airlines

Sat 21/215:22CUN - JNB

2 stops33h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/11R17 839

Tue 20/120:50CPT - CUN

1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines

Tue 27/114:04CUN - CPT

1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R20 846

Fri 20/39:25CPT - CUN

1 stop39h 45mSWISS

Tue 24/320:00CUN - CPT

1 stop31h 50mSWISS

Deal found 12/11R34 823

Tue 17/221:55JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 55mDelta

Sat 21/211:10CUN - JNB

1 stop24h 50mDelta

Deal found 14/11R35 028

Sat 7/312:35ELS - CUN

2 stops34h 40mLufthansa

Wed 11/318:10CUN - ELS

2 stops42h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 14/11R37 864

Fri 20/318:55CPT - CUN

2 stops47h 05mAmerican Airlines

Tue 24/313:05CUN - CPT

2 stops36h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/11R34 584

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - CUN

1 stop24h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 31/1214:04CUN - CPT

1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 257

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Wed 24/1220:50CPT - CUN

1 stop24h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 31/1214:04CUN - CPT

1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 257

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - CUN

1 stop24h 07mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/18:23CUN - CPT

2 stops24h 47mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 343

Wed 24/1215:20CPT - CUN

2 stops32h 00mLufthansa

Wed 31/1218:10CUN - CPT

2 stops36h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 13/11R130 116

Wed 24/127:55CPT - CUN

2 stops38h 10mKLM

Thu 1/120:20CUN - CPT

2 stops26h 50mKLM

Deal found 13/11R142 264

Thu 25/1220:50CPT - CUN

2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/18:39CUN - CPT

2 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/11R78 411

Thu 25/1221:30CPT - CUN

1 stop26h 00mDelta

Wed 31/1216:30CUN - CPT

1 stop19h 45mDelta

Deal found 13/11R112 533

Thu 25/1219:50CPT - CUN

1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1217:55CUN - CPT

2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R115 831

Thu 25/1212:35CPT - CUN

2 stops33h 52mQatar Airways

Wed 31/1218:40CUN - CPT

2 stops32h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/11R170 850

Fri 26/1217:15CPT - CUN

2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/110:35CUN - CPT

1 stop42h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R132 764

Fri 26/128:00CPT - CUN

1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1220:20CUN - CPT

1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/11R157 352

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cancún

Round-trip from	R17 839
One-way from	R17 787
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R19 667

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17/2-21/2
4 total stops
78h 24m total
South Africa to Cancún

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3 total stops
48h 55m total
South Africa to Cancún

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JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-12:11

2 stops45h 11m

Cancun

Sat 21/2

15:22-7:35

2 stops33h 13m

R17 839

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-12:20

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

14:04-18:00

1 stop20h 56m

R20 846

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

18:55-11:00

2 stops47h 05m

Cancun

Tue 24/3

13:05-8:05

2 stops36h 00m

R34 584

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

9:25-18:10

1 stop39h 45m

Cancun

Tue 24/3

20:00-10:50

1 stop31h 50m

R34 823

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

21:55-13:50

1 stop22h 55m

Cancun

Sat 21/2

11:10-19:00

1 stop24h 50m

R35 028

East LondonCancún

ELS - CUN

ELSCUN

East London

Sat 7/3

12:35-16:15

2 stops34h 40m

Cancun

Wed 11/3

18:10-19:30

2 stops42h 20m

R37 864

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

20:50-13:57

1 stop24h 07m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

14:04-18:00

1 stop20h 56m

R78 257

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

9:50-10:55

2 stops56h 05m

R19 376

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

R26 211

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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 739). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 265). 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?

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?

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

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

3 663 reviews

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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

3 663 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 663 reviews

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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

1 487 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 663 reviews

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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

9 017 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 663 reviews

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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

7 522 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 663 reviews

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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

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 30m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 846. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R9 739). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 265). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	CheapestR18 028	AverageR20 826	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR19 814	AverageR26 507	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestR19 823	AverageR22 918	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR24 243	AverageR28 162	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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