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$86+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Tulum, Mexico

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WAS — CUN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Tulum are usually found in September or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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September

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/38:25 amBWI - CUN
Nonstop3h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/812:15 pmCUN - BWI
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 4/29:20 pmBWI - CUN
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1012:15 pmCUN - BWI
Nonstop3h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/45:45 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop15h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1712:40 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/81:00 pmIAD - CUN
2 stops22h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 3/1012:23 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops22h 46mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$299
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:15 pmIAD - CUN
2 stops18h 55mAvianca
Mon 3/102:10 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops13h 00mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$318
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/511:30 amDCA - CUN
1 stop5h 37mJetBlue
Wed 3/1212:30 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop9h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$337
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Sun 5/44:00 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop21h 16mFrontier
Fri 5/91:31 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$338
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Mon 4/77:00 amDCA - CUN
1 stop31h 28mFrontier
Thu 4/102:33 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$338
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/26:00 amDCA - CUN
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/73:15 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/16:27 amIAD - CUN
2 stops9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/152:40 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$372
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/234:36 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop9h 22mAeromexico
Thu 4/36:08 amCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 16mAeromexico
Deal found 2/20$396
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Sat 3/2212:15 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Fri 4/46:08 amCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 2/20$400

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Tulum

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/3

8:25 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Cancun

Tue 4/8

12:15 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$258

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/2

9:20 pm-10:55 am

1 stop14h 35m

Cancun

Thu 4/10

12:15 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$261

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/4

5:45 pm-9:13 am

1 stop15h 28m

Cancun

Mon 3/17

12:40 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$297

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/8

1:00 pm-11:23 am

2 stops22h 23m

Cancun

Mon 3/10

12:23 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$299

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/6

6:15 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Cancun

Mon 3/10

2:10 pm-4:10 am

2 stops13h 00m

$318

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/5

11:30 am-5:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Cancun

Wed 3/12

12:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$337

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/4

4:00 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop21h 16m

Cancun

Fri 5/9

1:31 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$338

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/7

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop31h 28m

Cancun

Thu 4/10

2:33 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$338

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/2

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Cancun

Wed 5/7

3:15 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$347

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

1:03 pm-9:58 am

2 stops21h 55m

Cancun

Mon 5/19

10:50 am-9:10 am

2 stops21h 20m

$394

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Tulum 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 WAS to TU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Tulum, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Tulum flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tulum

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to TU9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Tulum by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tulum 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 Tulum when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Tulum by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tulum, 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 Tulum

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tulum. 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 Tulum. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tulum, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tulum one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $112 and $166 on Frontier and Volaris El Salvador, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Tulum are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun, Baltimore/Washington - Cancun and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cancun.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Tulum is $205. On average you can expect to pay $842. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun), can usually be booked for $252.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Tulum flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Tulum 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 Washington, D.C. to Tulum?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Tulum 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 Washington, D.C. to Tulum

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Tulum. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$137Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$257Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$263Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$274Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$324Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$344Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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