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R11 648+ Cheap flights to Riviera Maya

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CUN
Jul 28 — Aug 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Riviera Maya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 June 2026.

Mon 2/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 20m
British Airways
Mon 9/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 26/6R18 712
Tue 22/918:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 00m
Condor
Sun 27/917:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Condor
Deal found 25/6R19 270
Tue 22/912:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/917:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R20 305
Sun 9/814:55
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/818:20
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6R20 404
Tue 22/917:40
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops55h 20m
British Airways
Sat 26/919:45
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops30h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 27/6R20 453
Sun 4/1022:00
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop22h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1014:49
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops44h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R21 225
Sun 4/1022:00
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops47h 42m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1015:52
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops43h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R22 391
Sun 9/822:00
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops47h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 23/815:52
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops67h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/6R33 628
Mon 2/1122:00
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops48h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 9/1116:50
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops66h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6R37 325
Sun 27/1219:45
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops48h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 18/114:25
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R38 705
Tue 22/922:00
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops47h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 27/915:52
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops43h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R38 803
Mon 3/822:00
JNB
-
CZM
2 stops47h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 9/815:52
CZM
-
JNB
2 stops43h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6R39 148

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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 28 June 2026.

Return from

R18 712

One-way from

R11 648

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R21 652
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 2/11-9/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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19/8
  • 19/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Riviera Maya
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R331 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

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JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

19:35-16:55

1 stop28h 20m

Cancun

Mon 9/11

17:21-10:25

2 stops34h 04m

R18 712

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

14:55-17:40

3 stops33h 45m

Cancun

Sun 23/8

18:20-11:55

2 stops34h 35m

R20 979

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

14:49-18:30

2 stops44h 41m

R21 225
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

21:15-18:00

1 stop27h 45m

Cancun

Sat 26/9

19:45-9:25

1 stop30h 40m

R22 030

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

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 391

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

22:00-14:42

2 stops47h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Sun 23/8

15:52-18:30

2 stops67h 38m

R33 628

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

22:00-15:42

2 stops48h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Mon 9/11

16:50-18:35

2 stops66h 45m

R37 325

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

22:00-14:42

2 stops47h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Sun 27/9

15:52-18:30

2 stops43h 38m

R38 803

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

22:00-14:42

2 stops47h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Sun 9/8

15:52-18:30

2 stops43h 38m

R39 148

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB - CZM

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

19:00-14:42

2 stops50h 42m

Cozumel Intl

Thu 23/7

15:52-18:30

2 stops67h 38m

R39 805

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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 43 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 433
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R19 844
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R24 513
Air France
Air France
From R19 059

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).

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

Booking 67 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 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 28 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
1 614 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 899 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 077 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

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.

  • How much is a return flight to Riviera Maya?

    A return flight to Riviera Maya will typically cost around R10 152, however they can be found for as little as R10 152.

  • 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 (25 hours 45 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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