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R18 856+ Cheap flights to Riviera Maya

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— CUN
Feb 4 — Feb 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Riviera Maya in 2026

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Tue 26/521:15JNB - CUN
2 stops29h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/612:29CUN - JNB
2 stops35h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/1R18 856
Tue 17/219:35JNB - CUN
2 stops32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 24/215:15CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/1R19 268
Tue 25/819:25JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 1/914:45CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1R19 284
Tue 17/221:55JNB - CUN
1 stop30h 16mDelta
Tue 24/28:00CUN - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/1R19 581
Tue 17/219:20JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 25mAir France
Tue 24/219:47CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 23mAir France
Deal found 3/1R20 174
Tue 25/815:05JNB - CUN
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/97:51CUN - JNB
2 stops27h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1R22 317
Fri 17/421:55JNB - CUN
1 stop23h 04mDelta
Thu 30/410:55CUN - JNB
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/1R23 685
Fri 17/422:00JNB - CUN
1 stop23h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/417:22CUN - JNB
2 stops42h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1R23 899
Fri 17/48:45JNB - CUN
2 stops67h 45mAir Canada
Thu 30/417:15CUN - JNB
2 stops56h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 3/1R25 547
Tue 25/89:25JNB - CUN
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/920:40CUN - JNB
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1R27 674
Tue 26/522:00JNB - CUN
1 stop22h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/611:14CUN - JNB
2 stops38h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1R27 954
Tue 17/222:20JNB - CZM
2 stops47h 03mEmirates
Tue 24/214:25CZM - JNB
2 stops42h 10mEmirates
Deal found 3/1R32 305

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Find the latest flights to Riviera Maya in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 5 January 2026.

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R18 856

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Average price

R26 075
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/5-2/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:15-20:04

2 stops29h 49m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

12:29-7:00

2 stops35h 31m

R18 856

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:35-20:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

15:15-7:35

2 stops33h 20m

R19 268

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

21:55-21:11

1 stop30h 16m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

8:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R19 581

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

19:47-12:10

2 stops33h 23m

R20 174

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-13:59

1 stop23h 04m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

10:55-19:40

1 stop25h 45m

R23 685

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

22:00-14:37

1 stop23h 37m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

17:22-18:30

2 stops42h 08m

R23 899

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

11:14-8:35

2 stops38h 21m

R27 954

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:55-12:45

1 stop21h 50m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

8:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

R29 190

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

11:55-14:35

2 stops33h 40m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

14:20-8:50

2 stops35h 30m

R31 448

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:20-13:23

2 stops47h 03m

Cozumel

Tue 24/2

14:25-16:35

2 stops42h 10m

R32 305

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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 28 hours 40 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 Air France.

British Airways
British Airways
From R17 393
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R19 068
Air France
Air France
From R19 122
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R23 386

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

Plan your trip to Riviera Maya by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Riviera Maya by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riviera Maya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riviera Maya. 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 Riviera Maya. Reviews last updated 5 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Air France, 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
Air France
7,4
Good
1 516 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 137 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 642 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you

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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 4 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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