Cancún → Mexico City

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Tue, 13 Oct

Cancún CUN → Mexico City NLU

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Cancún CUN → Mexico City NLU

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Cancún CUN → Mexico City MEX

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Ways to fly from Cancún to Mexico City

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£63

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Direct flights from Cancún to Mexico City

See how many direct flights run each week and which airlines operate them.

2Direct flights per week
0.29Daily average
SaturdayBusiest day
VivaAerobusVivaAerobus1 direct flights / week
VolarisVolaris1 direct flights / week
AeroMexicoAeroMexico0 direct flights / week

Key info about flying to Mexico City

Depart from

Cancún International

Arrive to

Mexico City International

Flights per week

363

Flight distance

1274 km

Worth visiting

Teotihuacan - Xochimilco - Zocalo, Mexico City

Airlines that fly from Cancún to Mexico City

Options may vary by recent bookings and your search.

VivaAerobusAeroMexicoVolarisAvianca

Getting from Mexico City airport to the city center

Fastest options: Metrobús Line 4 and authorized taxis. Best value: Metro Line 5 and ADO buses.

Mexico City is served by one main commercial airport. Mexico City International Airport (MEX), also known as Benito Juárez International Airport, lies approximately 13 km east of the city center. A variety of airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including metro, Metrobús, authorized taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

35-50 min

$5; single journey fare (~$0.30 USD)

every 3–5 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers with light luggage

40-60 min

$30; airport fare (~$1.75 USD)

every 10–15 min (traffic dependent)

direct to historic center

25-60 min

$250 – $400; zone-based fixed fare (~$14–23 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-60 min

$150 – $350; varies by demand (~$9–20 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

30-50 min

$80 – $150; depends on destination (~$5–9 USD)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

connections to bus terminals

25-60 min

$500 – $1,200; pre-booked service (~$29–70 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

25-60 min

$600 – $1,500; per day (~$35–87 USD)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility for onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in MXN; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Metro and Metrobús require a rechargeable card (Tarjeta de Movilidad Integrada) available at stations.
  • Only use authorized taxi booths inside the terminals; avoid unofficial taxis outside.
  • Ride-hailing pickups are from designated areas; follow app instructions.
  • Traffic in Mexico City can be severe, especially during rush hours (7–10 AM and 5–9 PM).
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Mexico City

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January20°C8°C
February23°C9°C
March25°C11°C
April26°C12°C
May26°C13°C
June23°C12°C
July22°C11°C
August22°C11°C
September21°C11°C
October21°C10°C
November21°C9°C
December21°C8°C
Hottest Month
26°C
May
Coldest month
8°C
January
Sunny days
274
days per year

14 day forecast

Friday
18 Sep
43%
23°C12°C
25 Sep
57%
22°C13°C
Saturday
19 Sep
65%
23°C12°C
26 Sep
36%
21°C12°C
Sunday
20 Sep
73%
22°C12°C
27 Sep
71%
21°C14°C
Monday
21 Sep
60%
24°C13°C
28 Sep
48%
23°C12°C
Tuesday
22 Sep
43%
23°C13°C
29 Sep
83%
22°C14°C
Wednesday
23 Sep
18%
22°C12°C
30 Sep
93%
14°C12°C
Thursday
24 Sep
68%
23°C13°C
1 Oct
94%
12°C8°C
Book your trip to arrive at Mexico City International, or Felipe Ángeles International Airport. The distance between Cancún and Mexico City is 1274 km. The most popular airlines for this route are VivaAerobus, AeroMexico, Volaris, , and Avianca. Cancún and Mexico City have 363 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Mexico City, consider visiting Teotihuacan, Xochimilco, and Zocalo, Mexico City.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Cancún to Mexico City?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Cancún and Mexico City takes around 2.4 hours.

What is the flight distance between Cancún and Mexico City?

The flight distance between Cancún and Mexico City is 1274 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Cancún and Mexico City?

Several carriers operate flights between Cancún and Mexico City. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include AeroMexico, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

What are the most popular routes to and from Cancún?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cancún and London, Manchester, Tijuana, Oaxaca, Toronto, Guadalajara, Guatemala City, Los Angeles, San José, Birmingham, Vancouver, Monterrey, Medellín, Puerto Vallarta, Calgary, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Belfast, León, Bogotá, Santiago de Querétaro.

What are the most popular routes to and from Mexico City?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Mexico City and London, Tijuana, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Miami, Denver, Atlanta, Puerto Vallarta, San Antonio, Oakland, Orlando, Seattle, New York, Guadalajara, Vancouver, Lima, Toronto.

What airports are near Cancún?

The main airport in Cancún is Cancún International. It is also served by Cancún International.

What airports are near Mexico City?

The main airport in Mexico City is Mexico City International. It is also served by Mexico City International, Querétaro International, Morelia International, Puebla International, Toluca International.

Which airlines fly between Cancún and Mexico City?

Currently, you can fly between Cancún and Mexico City with VivaAerobus, AeroMexico, Volaris, Avianca.

When’s the best time to travel between Cancún and Mexico City?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Cancún and Mexico City, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Cancún and Mexico City?

How many airports are there near Cancún?

How many airports are there near Mexico City?

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What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Cancún and Mexico City arrive?

What time do flights between Cancún and Mexico City depart?

What time do flights between Cancún and Mexico City arrive?

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