Cheap Flights from Oakland (OAK) to Cancun (CUN)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in October.

Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun: Alternative routes

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

Oakland to Cancun: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$478
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun is $478. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun. But we found flights with one or more stops from $478.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to Cancun is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Cancun Airport on Monday, 29 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport and Cancun Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
Currently, Viva offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Oakland.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your OAK to CUN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between OAK and CUN:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • $149 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Return flights start at $478. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from OAK to CUN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from OAK to CUN.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport.

Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)

  • OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.

  • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from OAK arrive on schedule 83.61% of the time.

  • To reach Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to OAK:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Consider booking a hotel near CUN if you're taking a late Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and discover Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

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 drive to the centre.

When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you want to go to Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from OAK to CUN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Cancun, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its top attractions. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.

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