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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R13 915

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Jul 19 — Jul 261
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 19 June 2026.

Sat 19/918:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 18/1020:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 14/6R19 914
Sat 26/918:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 18/1020:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 17/6R20 144
Sun 4/1022:00
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1015:38
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops43h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6R21 242
Thu 2/718:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 9/720:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 18/6R21 717
Sat 26/921:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 45m
British Airways
Sun 18/1015:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 17/6R23 143
Sun 12/723:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops49h 25m
Air France
Fri 24/720:15
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops66h 10m
Air France
Deal found 18/6R25 143
Sun 12/720:05
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop25h 31m
Delta
Fri 24/78:00
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Deal found 18/6R25 667
Thu 19/1112:35
ELS
-
CUN
3 stops55h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1114:30
CUN
-
ELS
2 stops46h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/6R33 813
Sun 12/713:15
CPT
-
CUN
3 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/719:55
CUN
-
CPT
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6R38 189
Fri 31/712:35
ELS
-
CUN
2 stops36h 05m
Air France
Fri 7/820:15
CUN
-
ELS
2 stops40h 15m
Air France
Deal found 16/6R44 893
Fri 31/712:35
ELS
-
CUN
3 stops34h 16m
United Airlines
Fri 7/87:51
CUN
-
ELS
3 stops45h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/6R45 958
Fri 31/78:00
ELS
-
CUN
3 stops59h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/814:05
CUN
-
ELS
2 stops45h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6R48 597

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 19 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 914

One-way from

R13 915

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 225
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 19/9-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R31 381 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 808 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 19 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Cancun

Sun 18/10

20:40-9:50

1 stop30h 10m

R20 144

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-12:33

2 stops45h 33m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

8:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

R21 242

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Cancun

Thu 9/7

20:40-9:50

1 stop30h 10m

R21 848
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

22:00-12:47

1 stop21h 47m

Cancun

Tue 4/8

13:12-18:30

1 stop22h 18m

R23 208

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

19:20-21:10

2 stops32h 50m

Cancun

Wed 16/12

19:42-12:10

2 stops33h 28m

R25 011

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

23:15-17:40

2 stops49h 25m

Cancun

Fri 24/7

20:15-21:25

2 stops66h 10m

R25 143

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

20:05-14:36

1 stop25h 31m

Cancun

Fri 24/7

8:00-21:25

2 stops30h 25m

R25 667

East LondonCancún

ELS - CUN

ELSCUN

East London

Thu 19/11

12:35-12:45

3 stops55h 10m

Cancun

Mon 23/11

14:30-19:30

2 stops46h 00m

R33 813

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

13:15-23:50

3 stops41h 35m

Cancun

Fri 24/7

19:55-14:10

3 stops35h 15m

R38 189

East LondonCancún

ELS - CUN

ELSCUN

East London

Fri 31/7

12:35-15:51

3 stops34h 16m

Cancun

Fri 7/8

7:51-12:00

3 stops45h 09m

R45 958

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Deals found on 14/6

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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 769). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 685). 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 67 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 19 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 861 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 729 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 055 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 609 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

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 30h 45m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 144. 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 East London - Cancun or Cape Town Intl - 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 769). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 685). 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 375AverageR22 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 015AverageR24 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 798AverageR24 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 457AverageR28 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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