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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R14 017

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Nov 30 — Dec 71
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 31 October 2025.

Thu 6/1119:35JNB - CUN
2 stops29h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1117:20CUN - JNB
2 stops34h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/10R18 914
Fri 21/1120:50CPT - CUN
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/116:30CUN - CPT
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/10R21 034
Mon 22/1219:35JNB - CUN
2 stops32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/117:08CUN - JNB
2 stops31h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/10R30 689
Sun 14/1219:45JNB - CUN
2 stops31h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1216:20CUN - JNB
2 stops58h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10R32 810
Mon 15/1219:45JNB - CUN
2 stops31h 33mLufthansa
Mon 22/1218:10CUN - JNB
2 stops38h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 31/10R33 275
Sun 14/1219:20JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 35mAir France
Sun 21/1220:20CUN - JNB
1 stop32h 50mAir France
Deal found 29/10R33 793
Thu 6/1123:59JNB - CUN
1 stop46h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1119:43CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R35 896
Mon 15/1214:30JNB - CUN
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1220:20CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R36 500
Sun 14/1220:20JNB - CUN
2 stops46h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 21/1213:25CUN - JNB
2 stops31h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/10R37 068
Sat 13/1220:50CPT - CUN
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/1217:55CUN - CPT
2 stops63h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10R42 086
Sat 13/1219:50CPT - CUN
1 stop28h 05mCondor
Sat 20/1219:15CUN - CPT
1 stop32h 30mCondor
Deal found 29/10R42 327
Sat 13/127:00CPT - CUN
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1220:00CUN - CPT
2 stops56h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R42 465

Cheap 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 827

One-way from

R14 017

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 810
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 18/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 25m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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14/1
  • 14/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 13m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R23 678 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 925 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cancún that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:35-17:57

2 stops29h 22m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

17:20-10:25

2 stops34h 05m

R18 914

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

18:55-17:54

2 stops29h 59m

Cancun

Fri 19/12

17:20-8:05

2 stops31h 45m

R20 793

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 948

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/11

20:50-12:20

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Fri 28/11

6:30-18:00

2 stops28h 30m

R21 034

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

19:35-20:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cancun

Mon 5/1

17:08-7:35

2 stops31h 27m

R30 689

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:45-20:18

2 stops31h 33m

Cancun

Sun 21/12

16:20-9:30

2 stops58h 10m

R32 810

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:45-20:18

2 stops31h 33m

Cancun

Mon 22/12

18:10-15:35

2 stops38h 25m

R33 275

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:20-17:55

1 stop29h 35m

Cancun

Sun 21/12

20:20-12:10

1 stop32h 50m

R33 793

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-15:05

1 stop46h 06m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

19:43-12:10

2 stops33h 27m

R35 896

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

R40 275

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R9 827). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 448). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 31 October 2025.
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
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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
3 661 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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
1 482 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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
8 995 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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
7 489 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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 22h 30m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 948. 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 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R9 827). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 448). 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 AirwaysCheapestR18 186AverageR20 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 993AverageR27 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR20 003AverageR23 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 462AverageR28 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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