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$113+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cancún (CUN)

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SFO — CUN
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from San Francisco to Cancun are usually found in January or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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$285
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:20 amSFO - CUN
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Wed 12/115:54 amCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/31$388
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:30 amSFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 15mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/117:29 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop14h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/169:34 amSFO - CUN
2 stops20h 04mFrontier
Thu 12/191:16 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop14h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$390
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/126:14 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop17h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2111:24 amCUN - SFO
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$393
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:13 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop8h 15mAeromexico
Fri 12/135:54 amCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 46mAeromexico
Deal found 10/30$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/112:30 amSFO - CUN
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/112:44 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$419
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1411:55 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop12h 15mJetBlue
Thu 12/191:30 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop13h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 10/31$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/145:40 amSFO - CUN
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/203:05 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$450
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/126:18 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop14h 58mSun Country Air
Mon 12/161:10 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop31h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/31$471

Find flights from San Francisco to Cancún within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Sun 2/16

12:55 pm-5:00 pm

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$174

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Sun 1/5

10:41 am-1:03 pm

2 stops23h 22m

$176

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11:06 pm-11:34 am

1 stop9h 28m

$177

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Thu 11/14

7:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$182

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Tue 11/5

2:46 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops49h 14m

$184

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Thu 1/30

12:27 am-12:22 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$189

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Wed 1/1

6:00 am-11:23 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$214

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Fri 1/31

11:15 pm-1:10 pm

3 stops34h 55m

$278

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Tue 12/3

1:35 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$418

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Tue 12/3

6:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

5:54 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 46m

$388

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Cancún in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Cancún

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Cancún including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cancún. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún (average of $356). Flying from San Francisco to Cancún in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Cancún in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cancún. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cancún flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aeromexico, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco to Cancún by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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9,420 reviews

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8.6

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9,420 reviews
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9,420 reviews

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9,420 reviews

Boarding

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8.6

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7.9

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7.9

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Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

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9,420 reviews

Boarding

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8.0

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8.6

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7.9

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Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

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8.0
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9,420 reviews

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Cancún?

    To fly from San Francisco to Cancún, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Cancun (CUN). Nonstop flights to Cancun from San Francisco take 5h 11m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from San Francisco to Cancun offered by 14 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cancún for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Cancún for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $285, but on average you can expect to pay $355.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cancún for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from San Francisco to Cancún under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Cancún is less than $432.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Cancún for under $500?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from San Francisco to Cancún within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Friday.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Cancún flight route?

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Cancún on average per day?

    On average 4 flights depart from San Francisco to Cancún per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Airlines like Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and Aeromexico fly from San Francisco to Cancún in about 5h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 53m. The distance between San Francisco and Cancún is about 2419 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cancún round-trip?

    Frontier, at $285, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Cancún.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico. Frontier is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Cancún one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $113. Users have also found prices from $145 and $153 on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Cancún on time: American Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (100%), United Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $193. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Cancun) can be booked for $310 on average our data indicates $787 when flying from San Francisco to Cancún.

  • What does SFO to CUN mean?

    SFO and CUN are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to CUN refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Cancún?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $62.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Mexico City?

    Most Mexico City visitors opt to spend their time at El Ángel de la Independencia, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe. El Ángel de la Independencia, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe can be visited by traveling about 6.3 mi, 4.0 mi, and 4.5 mi respectively from Mexico City Benito Juarez. Those on a layover in Mexico City in need of a rental car can book one at Mexico City Benito Juarez for about $21.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Denver?

    Most Denver visitors opt to spend their time at Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, or Paramount Theatre can do so by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $61 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Cancún flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cancún that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Cancún flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Cancún with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Cancún flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cancún that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Cancún offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Cancún flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Cancún flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Cancún flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún (average of $356). Flying from San Francisco to Cancún in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cancún

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$153Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaAerobusCheapest$231Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$251Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$260Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$285Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$310Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$319Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$341Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$359Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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