What to know about flights from New York to Cancun?

The distance between New York and Cancun is approximately 2,506.81 km. It takes around 4 hours 12 minutes on average to fly from New York to Cancun. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The cheapest month to book is September.

Cheapest one-way
$155
Aeromexico Aeromexico NYC-CUN 14h 50m · 1 stop Tue, Sep 29
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Cheapest round-trip
$312
Aeromexico Aeromexico NYC-CUN 16h 24m · 2 stops Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
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When to travel
September
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
2,506.81 km
Flight distance
4h 12m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from New York to Cancun over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $155 and round-trip from $312. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from New York to Cancun operate an average of 14 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 25.0% on-time departure rate and a 92.0% on-time arrival rate.
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Expert Picks: Flights from New York to Cancun

Find your perfect flight from New York to Cancun, tailored just for you.

Author's Profile Picture Robin Trip.com Travel Expert
This full-service airline avoids stressful layovers for travelers heading south. The cabins are fresh, the food is good, and entertainment is free.
Aeromexico
NYC 8:30 AM
4h 14m Nonstop
CUN 11:44 AM
Sun, Oct 25 New York - Cancun Aeromexico
$283
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This carrier makes budget travel feel like a luxury experience. Clean cabins, free streaming Wi-Fi, and generous seat space.
Jetblue Airways
NYC 9:45 AM
4h 19m Nonstop
CUN 1:04 PM
Wed, Sep 23 New York - Cancun Jetblue Airways
$598
Author's Profile Picture Lily Travel Blogger
The airline is a top choice for business travelers needing reliable, high-frequency city pairs. Dedicated lounges offer a quiet space to work.
American Airlines
NYC 11:05 AM
4h 30m Nonstop
CUN 3:35 PM
Tue, Nov 24 New York - Cancun American Airlines
$312
Author's Profile Picture Hannah Travel Blogger
The backbone of North American travel with an unmatched network, perfect for complex, long-haul business itineraries.
United Airlines
NYC 8:41 AM
4h 6m Nonstop
CUN 11:47 AM
Sun, Sep 20 New York - Cancun United Airlines
$388

Which airlines are the most popular for New York to Cancun flights?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Cancun are Jetblue Airways, Aeromexico, and United Airlines, among 7 carriers on this route. Aeromexico offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from New York to Cancun according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from New York to Cancun

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from New York to Cancun?

The average price of one-way flights from New York to Cancun purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from New York to Cancun is September, with an average price of $190; while the month with the highest flight price is usually August, with an average price of up to $348.

$348
$269
$190
$111
  • $190
    Sep
  • $229
    Oct
  • $224
    Nov
  • $343
    Dec
  • $198
    Jan
  • $229
    Feb
  • $273
    Mar
  • $228
    Apr
  • $274
    May
  • $285
    Jun
  • $324
    Jul
  • $348
    Aug

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from New York to Cancun?

Average price of round-trip flights from New York to Cancun purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from New York to Cancun are found during January, with an average price of $355. Conversely, the highest prices are found during December, with an average price of up to $815.

$815
$585
$355
$125
    Cheapest
  • $368
    Sep
  • $459
    Oct
  • $448
    Nov
  • $815
    Dec
  • $355
    Jan
  • $594
    Feb
  • $509
    Mar
  • $446
    Apr
  • $428
    May
  • $562
    Jun
  • $658
    Jul
  • $694
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Cancun (NYC-CUN)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Aeromexico offers one-way fares as low as $155 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. JFK to CUN on Tue, Sep 29), while Aeromexico offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $312 departing on Tue, Sep 29 and returning on Fri, Oct 2.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Cancun with the following airlines, including: Jetblue Airways United Airlines Aeromexico American Airlines Delta Air Lines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 4 hours 12 minutes to fly from New York (NYC) to Cancun (CUN).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from New York to Cancun is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 43 flight per week flying from New York to Cancun. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA1052 (09:08) Aeromexico: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AM4594 (09:03)
  • To find best deals on flights from New York to Cancun, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Sep 29, with one-way flights priced at just $155.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Aeromexico.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cancun travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from New York to Cancun is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from New York to Cancun on September 26, 2026 with Aeromexico, with prices starting at $313.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Cancun: Cancún International Airport (CUN). Flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cancún International Airport (JFK-CUN) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Cancun and New York is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from New York to Cancun is $305. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from New York to Cancun is $658. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter New York and Cancun, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Jetblue Airwaysare the most popular budget airlines flying from New York to Cancun. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com displays flight cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.