Flying from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun one hour behind Santa Cruz.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VVI to CUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
£266 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £454. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from VVI to CUN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from VVI to CUN.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Of the departures from Viru Viru International Airport, 62.94% land on schedule at their destination.
Viru Viru International Airport is about 11 miles from central Santa Cruz. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to VVI? If you've booked an early flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a late Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Follow your own route with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and chase adventure across Cancun and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 12 miles 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 Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VVI to CUN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Cancun, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey about 180 miles west to Merida to tick off its leading sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Campeche is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 260 miles west of Cancun. No journey is complete without visiting Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.
