Which Airport Do You Fly to Go to Cancun?


Cancun Airport

This airport is just 20 minutes away from the city and the touristic zone, which make it very convenient after a long flight!  As the captain announced the approach landing, look through the window, it`s so beautiful to see the turquoise water of the Cancun sea by air.S

So, which airport do you fly to go to Cancun? The airport where you fly to go to Cancun is “Cancun International Airport with the code (CUN), is one of the busiest in the Caribbean and the port of entry to a long stretch of beautiful beaches and the Maya land.  With more than 6 million international visitors per year, now more than ever Cancun is more accessible from almost every major city in the world.   Major international airlines, as well as charter airlines, have direct or connecting flights to Cancun every day. More information about Cancun airport.

Cancun airport with first-class shops including the duty-free, wide variety of restaurants, great services, and all major rental car companies are located here, Cancun Airport is one of the easiest most convenient airports to fly to/from in Mexico. 

What can I bring to the Country?

When visiting Cancun from any country there are limitations on what you can bring in and what you can take out.  Visit the following site for information. What not to bring.

Documents required to enter Cancun.

  • Passport:  All nationalities need a valid passport to enter Mexico.  Foreigners without a valid passport will not be allowed entry into Mexico and will be returned back. Some nationalities would need a visa to enter Mexico. Please check with your travel agent or the Mexican Consulate in your area about the documents you need to travel to Mexico.
  • Tourist Card:  Is an Immigration Form that details information about your visit to Mexico, usually it is provided to you by the airline on the plane or at the immigration at your arrival in Cancun. The Tourist Card is per person including children. 

The information you provide in the Tourist Card is kept by the Mexican Immigration Authority as an official record of your visit to Mexico.  You will need it to enter and to leave the country, if you  lose it, you will have to pay a fine of USD$25. The information required on the tourist card:

Information Required on the Tourist Card:

  • Contact information
  • Passport information
  • Full Name of the Hotel or address in Mexico
  • Arrival flight information
  • Email to send you the Tourist Card
  • A printer to print the Tourist Card

TRAVEL ADVISORY- Starting soon some commercial airlines will stop handing out immigration forms aboard their airplanes, we highly recommend you fill out the form(s) online now so you don’t delay your immigration process when you arrive in Mexico. ” Go online to fill your Tourist Card.

Is there a Lost & Found in Cancun Airport?

There is a lost & found in Cancun on terminal 3.  The main number is (998) 848 7200. Then press 3 for passengers assistance, then dial 5 for the lost and found option.  There is no free call.

Services at the Airport

  • Restaurants
  • Car Rental
  • Tours Information
  • Hotel Reservations
  • Transportation
  • VIP Lounges
  • Custom
  • Immigration
  • Money Exchange
  • ATM`s
  • Parking
  • Lost & Found
  • Meeting rooms
  • Lockers
  • City Maps
  • Information Center

Can I Bring my Pet?

Your pet? Sure as long it is a dog or a cat.   Mexican regulations allow travelers to enter the country with up to two dogs or cats, the airlines will allow one pet per person.  One of the documents you would need is a proof of rabies vaccine administered at least 15 days before the pet’s arrival in Cancun.  Bring your pet vaccination certificate  signed by the veterinary, he or she will help you with your documents and try to add one hour more before your departure at the at the airport to fill any form or papers that you might need, just in case!

Here is a good website for you to get more information about traveling with pets. Pettravel.com

Can I get a Taxi at the Airport in Cancun?

Taxis are not allowed to pick up passengers at Cancun airport.  Is recommended to reserve transportation services before your arrival or at your arrival inside of the airport with authorized transportation companies. There are many options of including shuttle services provided by your hotel.

Taxis are not allowed to pick up passengers at Cancun airport.  Is recommended to reserve transportation services before your arrival or at your arrival inside of the airport with authorized transportation companies. There are many options of including shuttle services provided by your hotel.

Which cities flight direct to Cancun?

There is a huge list of cities that offer direct flights daily to Cancun with great options and deals.  There are apps where you can easily find good fares and schedules, try Hoppers app, Kayak, Jetcost,  google flight,  for information to mention some or if you have a preference airline search directly on their website.

United States Cities With Direct Flights To Cancun Mexico

  • Austin direct to Cancun on South West
  • Austin  on AirTran and United Airlines
  • Baltimore on South West
  • Cleveland on Frontier
  • Detroit on Aeromexico
  • Fort Lauderdale on JetBlue and Spirit
  • Minneapolis on Aeromexico, Delta and Sun Country
  • Orlando on JetBlue
  • Philadelphia on Frontier and US Airways
  • Boston on JetBlue, USAirways and Delta
  • Charlotte on US Airways
  • Chicago on United and American Airlines
  • Dallas on American, Spirit and Sun Country Airlines
  • Denver on AirTran, Frontier, United airlines
  • Houston on United Airlines
  • Los Angeles on American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United and Virgin Airlines  
  • Miami on American Airlines
  • New York City on Aeromexico, American Airlines, Jet Blue
  • Phoenix on USAirways
  • San Francisco on American Airlines, United, Virgin
  • Washington DC on United Airlines

Canadian Cities with direct flights to Cancun

  • Calgary on AirTransat
  • Toronto on InterJet

Europe Cities with direct flights to Cancun

  • Paris on Air France
  • Madrid on Air Europa/Aeromexico

South America cities with Direct flights to Cancun

  • San Jose Costa Rica on Volaris
  • Panama on Copa Airlines

Central America cities with Direct Flights to Cancun

  • Belice City on  Tropic Air
  • Guatemala City on Volaris Airlines

Do I have to pay airport departure TAXES?

The airport departure tax is included in your ticket. Almost all airlines collect these taxes as part of the airfare, check your receipt and you’ll see them listed, so nothing to pay at the airport in Cancun.

Small private airlines company do not include this tax, and you will need to pay it at the airport. However, check with the airline or your agent.

Related Questions:

How do I get from the Cancun airport to the hotel? You can get from the airport to your hotel, by private transportation,  bus or car rental all of them are great option to transport you to your hotel. Also, some hotels offer and include transportation services on your reservation.

Should I rent a Car at the airport in Cancun? You should rent a car at the Cancun airport, the rental companies at the airport will walk through the process easier, they are accustomed to working with travelers. Make sure to rent a car with a company that has branches in the Riviera Maya as well, just in case you decide to venture beyond the city of Cancun you will have faster assistance in case of an emergency. Plus you will have a car to transport you from the airport to your hotel.   

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