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$173+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CUN
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from San Francisco to Cancun are usually found in February or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$383
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$757
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cancún
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/2910:44 amSFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/86:30 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$449
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/292:34 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/82:46 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$535
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/2112:10 amSFO - CUN
1 stop12h 05mDelta
Wed 12/252:30 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/21$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/2711:58 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/318:45 amCUN - SFO
1 stop11h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$634
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/2910:26 pmSFO - CUN
2 stops15h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/87:00 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops20h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$685
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/255:55 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 15mAeromexico
Mon 12/305:10 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 06mAeromexico
Deal found 12/22$699
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:00 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 50mLufthansa
Wed 1/15:21 pmCUN - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 12/22$733
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:55 amSFO - CUN
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Fri 12/272:55 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$754
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/2411:59 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop9h 10mSun Country Air
Sun 12/291:20 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop12h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$796
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/2410:05 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop14h 35mJetBlue
Sat 12/284:40 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 38mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$802
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/2711:59 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Tue 12/312:22 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$803

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

12:35 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Cancun

Thu 2/13

3:10 pm-12:43 am

1 stop12h 33m

$383

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

8:00 am-4:21 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Cancun

Thu 1/16

4:02 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$384

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Cancun

Wed 2/12

1:10 pm-4:13 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$388

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

12:40 am-5:15 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Cancun

Tue 3/4

6:04 am-2:57 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$389

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

12:27 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Cancun

Sat 2/8

1:27 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$391

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

7:59 pm-2:34 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Cancun

Sat 2/22

11:09 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$394

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

7:39 pm-7:29 am

1 stop8h 50m

Cancun

Mon 1/13

5:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$399

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

9:43 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 32m

Cancun

Mon 4/7

10:10 am-12:24 am

1 stop16h 14m

$453

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

9:01 am-5:20 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

Cancun

Sat 1/25

4:16 am-11:10 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$477

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

10:29 pm-10:45 am

2 stops33h 16m

$173

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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 December.
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*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 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 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

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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 December 20, 2024.

Booking 88 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 $360). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 December 23, 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 39% 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 December 16, 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cancún. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to CUN are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aeromexico, Delta and Alaska 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.
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

7.5
Good
1,913 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

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 are 7 outbound flights from San Francisco to Cancun offered by 15 different airlines.

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

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

    Alaska Airlines, at $384, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Cancún.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Aeromexico. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 39% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $178. Users have also found prices from $182 and $184 on Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico, 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: Alaska Airlines (81%), United Airlines (78%), Hawaiian Airlines (74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Cancun) can be booked for $315 on average our data indicates $1,218 when flying from San Francisco to Cancún.

  • 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 $61.

  • 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 $27.

  • 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 $62 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 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.

  • 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 $360). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$163Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$250Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$251Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$298Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$332Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$343Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$343Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$386Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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