On this page, you can find and book flights from Houston to Cancun. The 1,280 km route is well-served, with around 51 weekly flights, offering great flexibility for your travel plans.
Flights are operated by airlines such as United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier. Ticket prices vary by season, so we recommend using our low-fare calendar. To plan your logistics, check out the details on how to get to the departure airport and arrange a transfer in Cancun upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Houston → Cancun on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 16 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport airports, arrivals at Cancun International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Houston — Cancun by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 359 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 919 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Houston → Cancun, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 978 | high | May | AED 885 | medium | Sep | AED 722 | low |
| Feb | AED 768 | low | Jun | AED 1,094 | high | Oct | AED 745 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,071 | high | Jul | AED 908 | medium | Nov | AED 862 | medium |
| Apr | AED 955 | medium | Aug | AED 815 | low | Dec | AED 1,118 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Cancun remain consistently warm: the hottest period is July, with an average temperature of 30.9°C, while September is the wettest month. During the winter season, such as in January, the weather remains comfortable at around 26.1°C with moderate rainfall.
The lowest flight price was recorded in October, starting AED 354. Prices peak in April, when the cost of a ticket rises to AED 906, making the spring period the most expensive time to book due to high demand.
The best time to travel is November, when the tropical rainy season is winding down and prices remain affordable, starting AED 465. We recommend avoiding flights in April if saving money is your top priority.
Seven airlines operate on this route, with United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier providing the most frequent service. Most flights are direct, ensuring minimal travel time across the Gulf of Mexico. Detailed information on flight schedules by day of the week and specific carriers can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights Houston — Cancun depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport and arrive at Cancun International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average flight time for a direct flight is approximately 1.5–2 hours, given the distance of 1,280 km between the cities.
Regular service is provided by carriers such as United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Frontier, and Volaris.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date; you can find the current lowest offers for the year ahead in the price calendar block on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Cancun International Airport (CUN).
The best rates are usually available when booking 1-2 months before the trip, choosing Tuesday or Wednesday departure dates.
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