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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R14 438

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
may. 23 — may. 301
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 23 abril 2026.

vie. 22/520:00
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops47h 02m
United Airlines
mié. 11/118:39
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops26h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4R21 797
dom. 7/619:50
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops45h 40m
Qatar Airways
dom. 14/611:30
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R24 332
jue. 4/616:35
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops45h 15m
Turkish Airlines
jue. 11/614:15
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/4R25 205
mar. 2/617:50
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops49h 30m
Turkish Airlines
mar. 9/614:15
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4R25 221
mar. 5/523:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 25m
Delta
dom. 17/515:02
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops47h 18m
Delta
Deal found 21/4R25 353
vie. 22/520:00
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops47h 02m
United Airlines
vie. 13/1117:09
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop40h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4R25 419
mié. 20/514:00
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops34h 40m
Air France
mié. 11/1116:20
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 30m
Air France
Deal found 19/4R25 715
sáb. 23/523:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops44h 15m
Delta
mié. 11/118:00
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 19/4R25 798
sáb. 1/820:55
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops44h 35m
Qatar Airways
vie. 14/812:33
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R25 831
sáb. 23/523:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops52h 01m
Delta
dom. 8/118:00
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 19/4R25 995
vie. 5/619:30
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops48h 45m
Qatar Airways
vie. 12/611:22
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops42h 48m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R26 045
sáb. 20/612:40
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops33h 45m
Qatar Airways
sáb. 27/613:15
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R26 078

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 23 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 797

One-way from

R14 438

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R24 711
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/5-11/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 23m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 35m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R22 141 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 419 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 23 abril 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

vie. 22/5

20:00-15:12

2 stops50h 12m

Cancun

lun. 9/11

12:35-16:10

1 stop20h 35m

R21 797

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

vie. 22/5

20:00-12:02

2 stops47h 02m

Cancun

mié. 11/11

8:39-18:00

2 stops26h 21m

R21 797

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/6

17:50-12:20

2 stops49h 30m

Cancun

mar. 9/6

14:15-10:30

1 stop37h 15m

R25 221

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 6/5

23:15-11:35

2 stops43h 20m

Cancun

dom. 17/5

15:02-21:20

2 stops47h 18m

R25 353

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/5

23:15-20:16

2 stops28h 01m

Cancun

dom. 17/5

15:02-21:20

2 stops47h 18m

R25 353

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 6/6

19:50-11:30

2 stops46h 40m

Cancun

sáb. 13/6

14:15-10:30

2 stops37h 15m

R26 588

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/6

17:00-1:16

3 stops39h 16m

Cancun

dom. 14/6

7:01-4:15

3 stops62h 14m

R26 769

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

18:00-17:40

1 stop30h 40m

Cancun

dom. 28/6

14:31-11:05

2 stops37h 34m

R27 098

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/6

18:00-6:45

2 stops43h 45m

Cancun

dom. 14/6

14:05-10:30

1 stop37h 25m

R27 230

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

lun. 14/9

13:15-14:58

2 stops56h 43m

Cancun

jue. 17/9

13:10-10:15

2 stops38h 05m

R27 395

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Deals found on 19/4

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R8 808). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 772). 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 23 abril 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
3 728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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
3 728 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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
1 579 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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
9 635 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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
7 906 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

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 43h 20m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R25 353. 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 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R8 808). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 772). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 439AverageR23 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 477AverageR24 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 300AverageR24 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 359AverageR29 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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