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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cancún from R9 660

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cancún

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Cancún flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 237

One-way from

R9 660

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 260
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 6/3-14/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 32m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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6/4
  • 6/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • South Africa to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R51 276 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 171 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 6/322:00JNB - CUN
1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/316:00CUN - JNB
2 stops43h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2R21 237
Thu 6/323:55JNB - CUN
1 stop46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/320:35CUN - JNB
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R23 504
Thu 24/421:55JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 07mDelta
Tue 29/48:10CUN - JNB
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Deal found 20/2R48 022

Find flights from South Africa to Cancún within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

22:00-13:57

1 stop22h 57m

Cancun

Fri 14/3

16:00-18:35

2 stops43h 35m

R21 237

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

23:55-15:05

1 stop46h 10m

Cancun

Fri 14/3

20:35-9:30

1 stop29h 55m

R23 504

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/4

21:55-20:02

1 stop29h 07m

Cancun

Tue 29/4

8:10-21:20

2 stops30h 10m

R48 022

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

19:35-14:40

3 stops50h 05m

R9 660

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

13:00-16:25

2 stops34h 25m

R18 932

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

20:05-20:00

1 stop30h 55m

R19 688

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

18:50-20:29

2 stops32h 39m

R20 868

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

18:05-15:35

1 stop28h 30m

R23 910

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

21:20-13:51

1 stop23h 31m

R24 039

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Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Cancún

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Cancún including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R1 034). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 485). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Cancún, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 759 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Lufthansa
6,7
Okay
6 986 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 213 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from South Africa?

    Cancun (CUN), located 14,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Cancún.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Cancún one-way?

    R18 932 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Lufthansa, with prices starting from R19 688 and R23 910, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Cancún?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Cancun or East London - Cancun, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cancun is the most popular route from South Africa to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cancún (average of R1 034). Flying from South Africa to Cancún in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 485). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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British AirwaysCheapestR18 312AverageR22 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 695AverageR29 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR19 250AverageR19 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 517AverageR26 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR20 450AverageR24 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR21 258AverageR27 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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