Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is eight hours behind Doha and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your DOH to CUN flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DOH and CUN:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
$1,383 is the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $2,104. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DOH to CUN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DOH to CUN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights leaving Hamad International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of DOH.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DOH? If you're catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Consider booking a hotel near CUN if you're catching a late Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cancun International Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cancun. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are among its highlights.