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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R12 606

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
May 18 — May 251
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 April 2026.

Wed 18/1113:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Sat 21/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 13/4R21 685
Fri 29/519:50
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops45h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/611:30
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R23 268
Tue 22/912:50
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/921:39
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops50h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R23 481
Tue 16/618:00
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/620:15
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R24 167
Mon 1/623:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops28h 01m
Delta
Mon 8/68:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 20m
Delta
Deal found 17/4R24 248
Tue 16/612:40
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/613:05
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R24 640
Thu 2/718:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 26/720:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 17/4R24 689
Tue 2/617:50
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops49h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/614:15
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4R25 016
Tue 29/914:35
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1017:40
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4R25 375
Tue 13/100:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Wed 28/1012:25
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 16/4R25 408
Tue 28/419:50
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops49h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/510:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R25 457
Tue 29/917:45
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop28h 50m
Condor
Tue 6/1017:40
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Condor
Deal found 16/4R25 620

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 268

One-way from

R12 606

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R24 509
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 10m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R22 104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 361 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 18 April 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

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

12:50-21:40

2 stops39h 50m

Cancun

Sun 27/9

21:39-6:45

2 stops50h 06m

R23 481

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

23:15-20:16

2 stops28h 01m

Cancun

Mon 8/6

8:00-21:20

2 stops30h 20m

R24 248

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

0:15-20:15

2 stops27h 00m

Cancun

Wed 28/10

12:25-19:15

1 stop23h 50m

R25 408

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:50-13:56

2 stops49h 06m

Cancun

Fri 1/5

10:10-4:00

2 stops34h 50m

R25 457

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

19:30-10:30

2 stops46h 00m

Cancun

Fri 5/6

11:30-12:55

2 stops42h 25m

R25 669

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-9:30

2 stops44h 40m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

11:30-4:00

2 stops33h 30m

R27 449

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

17:55-15:12

2 stops52h 17m

Cancun

Wed 11/11

15:07-16:10

3 stops42h 03m

R27 808

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

17:50-12:20

2 stops49h 30m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

8:35-10:30

1 stop42h 55m

R28 167

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-18:45

3 stops37h 05m

Cancun

Fri 5/6

13:25-10:30

3 stops38h 05m

R30 829
Fastest return journey

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

23:15-20:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Mon 19/10

12:25-17:50

1 stop22h 25m

R30 992

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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 736). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 611). 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 April 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
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
3 730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
1 572 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
9 605 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
7 891 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

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 28h 01m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R24 248. 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 736). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 611). 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 297AverageR23 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 935AverageR24 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 142AverageR24 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 168AverageR29 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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