International route
Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cancun
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Cancún International Airport (CUN). 2,117 miles, 4h 30m nonstop.
LAX to CUN at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 2,117 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 4h 30mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADLUAWN11 airlinesAmerican, Delta, United
- Nonstop flights per day
- 26all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- December 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Wednesday18% less than Friday
- Time difference
- 2h aheadCancun vs Los Angeles
Los Angeles to Cancun
Round trips from $189
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Dec 9.
Cheapest month: December 2026
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Los Angeles to Cancun
11 airlines fly nonstop with 26 departures a day combined, plus 3 more with one stop.
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- B6JetBlueNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $45
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- SYSun Country AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $45
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamConnecting via MEX, MTY, GDL · first checked bag from $40
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via SAL · first checked bag from $45
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DEN, LAS, MCO, ATL, PHX · first checked bag from $55
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Denver (DEN)F91 airline
- Las Vegas (LAS)F91 airline
- Orlando (MCO)F91 airline
- Atlanta (ATL)F91 airline
- Phoenix (PHX)F91 airline
Which airport should I use?
Los Angeles has 5 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other departure airports near Los Angeles
- Santa Ana (SNA) to Cancun (CUN)6 airlines fly nonstop · John Wayne Airport, Orange County
- Burbank (BUR) to Cancun (CUN)Connecting flights only · Hollywood Burbank Airport
- Ontario (ONT) to Cancun (CUN)2 airlines fly nonstop · Ontario International Airport
- Long Beach (LGB) to Cancun (CUN)Connecting flights only · Long Beach Airport
Tips for this route
- American, Delta, United and Southwest all fly LAX to CUN nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- December 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $189; September 2026 is the most expensive at $231 and up, a difference of $42 per traveler.
- Departing on a Wednesday averages 18% less than a Friday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
- Cancun is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Expect to lose 2 hours on the clock heading east, so an overnight or late-afternoon departure tends to arrive at a more usable hour.
Destination guide
Cancún: Caribbean water three hours from most of the US
Cancún is the most-flown international destination from the United States, with nonstops from more than 40 US cities. The Hotel Zone's beaches, the Riviera Maya's cenotes and Mayan ruins, and all-inclusive resorts keep it competitive year-round.
Best time to visit: December–April is dry and sunny (and priciest around Christmas and spring break). May–June and November are warm with lower fares; August–October brings the highest storm risk and the cheapest all-inclusive rates.
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Search Los Angeles to CancunLos Angeles to Cancun: common questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cancun?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN) takes about 4h 30m gate to gate, covering 2,117 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LAX to CUN?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN), with 26 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through DEN, LAS and MCO.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancun?
Over the next six months, December 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN), starting at $189 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Wednesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Los Angeles to Cancun flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Cancun?
Cancun is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. LAX is on America/Los Angeles time and CUN on America/Cancun time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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