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R10 664+ Cheap flights to Riviera Maya

— CUN
Oct 19 — Oct 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Riviera Maya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Riviera Maya

Mon 2/1113:45 -
2 stops34h 10m
Mon 9/1116:35 -
2 stops34h 50m
Deal found 18/9R19 799
Thu 5/1122:00 -
2 stops45h 58m
Fri 20/1116:50 -
2 stops66h 45m
Deal found 15/9R22 335
Mon 30/1123:59 -
2 stops28h 09m
Thu 31/1212:15 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 16/9R23 392
Sun 4/1021:55 -
1 stop28h 55m
Thu 15/1015:25 -
1 stop21h 15m
Deal found 18/9R23 457
Mon 2/1119:45 -
2 stops50h 57m
Fri 20/1116:50 -
2 stops66h 45m
Deal found 15/9R23 993
Sat 31/1013:45 -
2 stops34h 10m
Sat 7/1117:08 -
2 stops34h 17m
Deal found 16/9R24 302
Thu 29/1023:59 -
2 stops26h 56m
Wed 18/1112:13 -
2 stops26h 47m
Deal found 14/9R24 497
Mon 2/1119:35 -
2 stops50h 29m
Sun 15/1115:44 -
2 stops35h 41m
Deal found 15/9R25 034
Mon 2/1119:35 -
2 stops50h 29m
Tue 17/1115:44 -
2 stops35h 41m
Deal found 15/9R25 619
Tue 3/1119:45 -
2 stops50h 57m
Tue 17/1116:50 -
2 stops57h 50m
Deal found 15/9R25 668
Sun 1/1119:45 -
2 stops50h 57m
Fri 20/1116:50 -
2 stops66h 45m
Deal found 15/9R25 781
Thu 5/1122:00 -
2 stops47h 20m
Sun 15/1116:50 -
2 stops42h 45m
Deal found 15/9R25 879

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R19 799

One-way from

R10 664

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 871
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 2/11-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Cancún
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26/10-31/12
  • 26/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Riviera Maya
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JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

5:45-11:35

3 stops36h 50m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 664

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

17:00-21:08

3 stops35h 08m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 541

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-14:45

2 stops55h 40m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 613

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-18:00

2 stops34h 55m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R17 540

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-16:55

2 stops34h 10m

Cancun

Mon 9/11

16:35-10:25

2 stops34h 50m

R19 799

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

22:20-14:42

2 stops47h 22m

Cozumel Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 677

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-12:29

2 stops53h 59m

Cozumel Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 840

JohannesburgCozumel

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CZM Cozumel Intl

JNBCZM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

22:20-15:42

2 stops48h 22m

Cozumel Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R22 969

JohannesburgCancún

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CUN Cancun

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

23:59-21:08

2 stops28h 09m

Cancun

Thu 31/12

12:15-19:10

2 stops23h 55m

R23 392

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

R23 457

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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 38 hours 4 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 R18 146
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R19 649
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R25 366
Air France
Air France
From R23 127

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riviera Maya?

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

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
1 650 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

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
1 650 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 650 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

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
3 729 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 650 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

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
10 231 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 650 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

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
8 225 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 650 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

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 (22 hours 20 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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