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R11 361+ Cheap flights to Riviera Maya

— CUN
Sep 22 — Sep 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Riviera Maya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Riviera Maya

Wed 11/1119:35 -
1 stop28h 20m
Mon 16/1117:32 -
2 stops33h 53m
Deal found 20/8R17 842
Sun 4/1022:00 -
1 stop22h 39m
Thu 15/108:45 -
1 stop26h 45m
Deal found 19/8R20 867
Thu 8/1022:00 -
1 stop22h 39m
Thu 15/107:51 -
2 stops27h 39m
Deal found 22/8R21 123
Thu 3/918:55 -
1 stop30h 45m
Thu 17/920:40 -
1 stop30h 10m
Deal found 19/8R21 827
Sun 4/1021:55 -
1 stop22h 05m
Thu 15/108:00 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 20/8R21 939
Sun 4/1022:00 -
2 stops47h 42m
Thu 15/1015:52 -
2 stops43h 38m
Deal found 19/8R21 971
Mon 21/98:45 -
2 stops66h 25m
Tue 29/921:05 -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 19/8R22 131
Mon 5/1020:55 -
2 stops48h 18m
Mon 12/1014:15 -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 21/8R27 988
Thu 3/919:00 -
2 stops50h 42m
Thu 17/915:52 -
2 stops43h 38m
Deal found 19/8R30 100
Sun 23/822:00 -
2 stops47h 42m
Mon 7/915:52 -
2 stops67h 38m
Deal found 19/8R30 708
Mon 5/1018:00 -
2 stops52h 57m
Mon 12/1016:47 -
3 stops58h 28m
Deal found 21/8R33 476
Thu 8/1022:00 -
2 stops45h 29m
Thu 15/1015:52 -
2 stops43h 38m
Deal found 19/8R36 245

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R17 842

One-way from

R11 361

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R25 075
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/11-16/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 13m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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8/11
  • 8/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Riviera Maya
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R337 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

19:35-21:17

2 stops56h 42m

Cancun

Mon 16/11

17:32-10:25

2 stops33h 53m

R18 418

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

15:38-18:30

2 stops43h 52m

R20 867

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

7:51-18:30

2 stops27h 39m

R20 867
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

21:55-19:50

1 stop28h 55m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

15:25-19:40

1 stop21h 15m

R21 987

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-14:42

2 stops47h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Thu 15/10

15:52-18:30

2 stops43h 38m

R22 131

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Mon 21/9

7:51-18:30

1 stop27h 39m

R22 755

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:55-14:13

2 stops48h 18m

Cozumel Intl

Mon 12/10

14:15-9:10

2 stops35h 55m

R27 988

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

18:00-15:57

2 stops52h 57m

Cozumel Intl

Mon 12/10

16:47-10:15

3 stops58h 28m

R33 476

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

13:45-16:14

2 stops57h 29m

Cozumel Intl

Mon 8/2

15:25-8:40

2 stops34h 15m

R34 612

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

22:00-12:29

2 stops45h 29m

Cozumel Intl

Thu 15/10

15:52-18:30

2 stops43h 38m

R36 629

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Best time to book a flight to Riviera Maya

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Riviera Maya

How long is the flight to Riviera Maya?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Riviera Maya takes 36 hours 58 minutes. Flights to Riviera Maya from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Riviera Maya?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Riviera Maya are British Airways, United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

British Airways
British Airways
From R17 427
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R19 343
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R24 970
Air France
Air France
From R19 133

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riviera Maya?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Riviera Maya are British Airways, Air France and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Riviera Maya by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riviera Maya ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Riviera Maya when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

Temperature in Riviera Maya by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riviera Maya, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Riviera Maya?

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Riviera Maya. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riviera Maya

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines to Mexico by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
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Food

7,1

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
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Food

7,1

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 735 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
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Food

7,1

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 113 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
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Food

7,1

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 186 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 648 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,1

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.

FAQs about flying to Riviera Maya

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Riviera Maya if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Riviera Maya on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Riviera Maya?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Riviera Maya.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Riviera Maya depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Riviera Maya, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 52 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0,0 km away from Cancun).

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