Cancún

$151+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Cancún (CUN)

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SAN — CUN
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$300
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$537
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Diego to Cancun
One-way flight from San Diego to Cancun
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:29 amSAN - CUN
2 stops26h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1210:33 amCUN - SAN
2 stops22h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$300
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/88:07 pmSAN - CUN
2 stops11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/152:43 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop11h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$338
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/56:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop29h 03mFrontier
Sun 4/1310:30 amCUN - SAN
1 stop15h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$409
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/96:15 amSAN - CUN
1 stop11h 45mAeromexico
Tue 4/158:15 amCUN - SAN
1 stop12h 18mAeromexico
Deal found 3/24$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/1110:00 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Wed 4/1612:27 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/24$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 6/16:15 amSAN - CUN
1 stop11h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/45:56 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 12/1411:00 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:35 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$490
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 8/138:10 amSAN - CUN
2 stops29h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/184:25 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$497

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cancún that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Cancún

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 5/6

8:29 am-1:08 pm

2 stops26h 39m

Cancun

Mon 5/12

10:33 am-7:13 am

2 stops22h 40m

$300

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 4/8

8:07 pm-10:03 am

2 stops11h 56m

Cancun

Tue 4/15

2:43 pm-12:14 am

1 stop11h 31m

$338

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 4/5

6:25 am-1:28 pm

1 stop29h 03m

Cancun

Sun 4/13

10:30 am-11:47 pm

1 stop15h 17m

$409

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 4/9

6:15 am-11:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Cancun

Wed 4/16

11:17 am-10:49 pm

2 stops13h 32m

$429

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 4/10

10:30 pm-8:56 am

1 stop8h 26m

Cancun

Mon 4/21

4:20 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$437

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 4/16

7:09 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Cancun

Sun 4/20

7:58 am-5:51 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$444

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 6/22

8:10 am-3:15 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Cancun

Wed 7/2

4:25 pm-10:00 am

3 stops19h 35m

$628

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 5/4

9:08 pm-12:35 am

3 stops25h 27m

$151

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 5/4

9:08 pm-9:50 am

2 stops10h 42m

$152

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 4/15

6:15 am-12:55 am

2 stops16h 40m

$199

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Cancún

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 Diego to Cancún in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 Diego-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 Diego-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 Diego to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Cancún

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Cancún, you should look to book at least 17 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 San Diego to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Cancún in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Cancún flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 March 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and Aeromexico from San Diego to Cancún. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Cancún is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $300 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Aeromexico, starting at $409 and $429 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Cancún for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $152. Aeromexico flights start at $199 while deals on Frontier start at $244 one-way.

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

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

    Dallas travelers tend to visit American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Dallas can visit American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium, by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively after landing at Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $55.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Diego 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Cancún

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$211Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$317Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$333Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$371Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$410Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$532Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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