How long is the flight from South Africa to Cancún?

A quick flight from South Africa to Cancún can take about 25h 34m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R21 991. 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 Qatar Airways.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to CUN?

When flying from South Africa to Cancún, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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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Round-trip from	R18 434
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Popular in	December
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Average price	R23 304

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R20 162). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 994). 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 8 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.

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Carlie,Jun 2026

ATH - CDG

The crew was very friendly and one even suggested i look outside the window so I can see the Swiss Alps! I was not expecting food on our 2.5hour flight - sample of 3 kinds of sandwiches (super soft bread) and 2 mini apple filled donuts that was so good. Air france is my new favorite airline!

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Carlie,Jun 2026

ATH - CDG

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Carlie,Jun 2026

ATH - CDG

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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 25h 34m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R21 991. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R20 162). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 994). 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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British Airways	CheapestR18 836	AverageR21 522	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR20 092	AverageR22 779	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestR23 371	AverageR26 432	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR25 937	AverageR28 883	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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