Cheap Flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Cancun (CUN)

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Cancun.$505 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cancun on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $505, select.

Cancun.$544 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cancun on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $544, select.

Cancun.$607 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $607, select.

Cancun.$717 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cancun on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $717, select.

Cancun.$812 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Cancun.$865 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $865, select.

Cancun.$870 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Fri, 9 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Cancun on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $870, select.

Cancun.$883 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cancun on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $883, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun?

The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun is $505. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun. But we found flights with one or more stops from $505.

How many flights are there a week from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun?

As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun?

The cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Cancun is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Cancun Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Cancun Airport on Saturday, 13 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Cancun Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Santa Ana John Wayne Airport and Cancun Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cancun?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cancun?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Cancun with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

Cancun is two hours ahead of Santa Ana and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SNA to CUN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SNA and CUN include:
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
- Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

$242 is the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $505. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SNA to CUN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SNA to CUN.
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Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)

SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that take off from SNA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach John Wayne Airport from central Santa Ana, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

If you're arriving on a late John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle 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)

July is the busiest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cancun in May.
Book your flight from John Wayne Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you want to explore Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SNA to CUN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Mexico

Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.