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$167+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cancún (CUN)

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abr. 2 — abr. 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Cancun are usually found in January or February, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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 marzo 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$396
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$167
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$595

Good round-trip deal

$564 or less

Good one-way deal

$269 or less
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From San Francisco to Cancun
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 marzo 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
jue. 5/12:18 pmSFO - CUN
2 stops32h 17mMultiple Airlines
jue. 5/83:56 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$396
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
sáb. 4/2612:11 amSFO - CUN
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
sáb. 5/31:31 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$406
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
lun. 5/129:45 pmSFO - CUN
2 stops15h 16mAlaska Airlines
mié. 5/145:29 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops28h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$426
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
mié. 5/288:44 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop14h 31mJetBlue
mar. 6/311:08 amCUN - SFO
1 stop12h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$430
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/312:20 pmSFO - CUN
2 stops22h 20mAvianca
jue. 4/312:45 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops25h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/27$554

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

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Cancún

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San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

jue. 5/1

2:18 pm-12:35 am

2 stops32h 17m

Cancun

jue. 5/8

3:56 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 13m

$396

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

sáb. 4/26

12:11 am-12:33 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Cancun

sáb. 5/3

1:31 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$406

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

lun. 5/12

9:45 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops15h 16m

Cancun

mié. 5/14

5:29 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$426

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

8:44 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Cancun

mar. 6/3

11:08 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$430

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

vie. 4/18

9:55 pm-6:35 am

1 stop6h 40m

Cancun

mar. 4/22

9:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop25h 20m

$499

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

jue. 5/15

2:20 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Cancun

lun. 5/19

12:45 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$554

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

sáb. 4/26

4:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$168

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

mar. 5/13

6:35 am-12:35 am

2 stops16h 00m

$178

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

mar. 5/6

1:21 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$182

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

mar. 5/13

7:30 am-5:27 pm

1 stop31h 57m

$205

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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 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
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice 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 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cancún

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 March 21, 2025.

Booking 40 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 marzo 28, 2025.

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 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 March 23, 2025.

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 marzo 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian 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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 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 2 outbound flights from San Francisco to Cancun offered by 14 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?

    Frontier, at $406, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Cancún.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. Frontier is currently priced 37% 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 $179. Users have also found prices from $182 and $190 on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, 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: United Airlines (98%), American Airlines (89%), Alaska Airlines (89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $159. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Cancun) can be booked for $361 on average our data indicates $1,021 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 Dallas World Aquarium. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 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 $58.

  • 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, Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe, and Plaza de la Constitucion. El Ángel de la Independencia, Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe, and Plaza de la Constitucion can be visited by traveling about 6.3 mi, 4.5 mi, and 4.0 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 $23.

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

    Most Denver visitors opt to spend their time at Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, or 16th Street Mall can do so by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $56 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$160Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VivaCheapest$230Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$266Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$269Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$328Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$333Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$334Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$368Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$369Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$419Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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