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$101+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Cancún (CUN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CUN
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Fri 10/10
Fri 10/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Cancun are usually found in June or April, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 September 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$456 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1112:52 pmCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/7$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/146:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/159:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$240
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:00 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/101:35 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/7$241
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/47:35 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop13h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/181:49 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$246
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/42:07 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/244:50 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/281:49 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/244:50 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/319:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$250
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Sat 10/114:50 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/159:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$252
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/51:35 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/36:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/61:35 pmCUN - DTW
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$262

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Cancún that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Cancún

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

8:47 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Cancun

Thu 10/9

12:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$521

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

9:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Thu 9/25

12:40 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$525

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

9:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Cancun

Fri 11/7

1:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$525

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

2:50 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Cancun

Thu 11/6

1:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$545

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

8:35 am-8:45 pm

2 stops13h 10m

Cancun

Sat 10/11

12:35 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$556

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

12:38 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Cancun

Mon 11/10

4:34 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 21m

$581

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/29

10:10 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Mon 12/8

3:01 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$611

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

9:00 am-8:12 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Cancun

Fri 11/21

3:00 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$611

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/21

9:54 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop15h 36m

Cancun

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$615

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

6:43 am-12:44 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$116

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Cancún

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Cancún. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Cancún, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Detroit to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 DTT to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Cancún in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cancún. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Cancún flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cancún?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Cancún chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Cancún on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $247.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Cancún?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cancún, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 01m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 42m.

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 September 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines from Detroit to Cancún to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,024 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Cancún?

    Departing from Detroit to Cancún will take you 3h 43m. The distance between Detroit and Cancún is about 1477 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $220, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Cancún and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Aeromexico and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $248 and $346, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Cancún?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Cancún are Spirit Airlines (97%), Delta (93%) and Aeromexico (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Cancún?

    On average you can expect to pay $431 for a flight from Detroit to Cancún. The cheapest flight overall is $87 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cancun) is currently priced at $287.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Cancún?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Detroit to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Cancún

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$220Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$248Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$346Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$372Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$379Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$386Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$443Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$510Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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