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Cancun.$341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Volaris and Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Cancun.$370 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Volaris and Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Cancun on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $370, select.
Cancun.$376 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $376, select.
Cancun.$381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Volaris and Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.
Cancun.$397 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with Volaris and Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.
Cancun.$397 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.
Cancun.$406 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Volaris and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Cancun on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
Cancun.$413 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Thu, 22 Jan.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Cancun on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $413, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $397
Sep
from $341
Oct
from $413
Nov
from $439
Dec
from $466
Jan
from $397
Feb
from $381
Mar
from $435
Apr
from $462
May
from $448
Jun
from $644
Jul
from $1,586

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun

Los Angeles to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

Los Angeles to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$341
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week88

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Cancun is $341. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Cancun.
Aeromexico, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Cancun.
As of August 2025, there are 88 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun Airport on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports to choose from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when reserving your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN).

  • The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport flight is 4 hours 45 minutes.

  • Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN), with 36 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from LAX to CUN is the 8:04am Alaska Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:59pm with Alaska Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to CUN.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN) depart from this terminal.

  • At LAX, you'll find a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport, such as:

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between LAX and CUN is United Airlines.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Alaska Airlines.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to CUN departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

  • LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • 81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LAX.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to CUN flight:

About Cancun International Airport (CUN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Right now, $103 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $341. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to CUN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Los Angeles to CUN.

  • Save on your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport (CUN). July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in May.

  • The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Los Angeles to CUN flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Cancun

  • Start your Cancun trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Cancun International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Cancun when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for chichen itzá Park followed by Cancun Beach and Fuente de Kukulcan.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Cancun, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its leading sights. From Chichen-itza Park to Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Kanasín, roughly 274 kilometres west of Cancun. Santa Isabel hacienda. Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik Park, Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo.Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij and Glorieta De Guadalupe are among the biggest draws.

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