Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN)

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Cheapest Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN)

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Los Angeles to Cancun Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cancun (CUN)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Los Angeles to Cancun flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top LAX to CUN routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Los Angeles to Cancun Information

Traveling From
Los Angeles Intl.
Origin Airport
Los Angeles
Origin Airport IATA Code
LAX
Traveling To
Cancun Intl.
Destination Airport
Cancun
Destination Airport IATA Code
CUN
Number of Airlines Serving
9
Average Flight Time
4 hours 36 mins
Direct Flight Time
4 hours 33 mins
Flight Price
NZ$813

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from LAX to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
The flight between LAX and CUN typically lasts 4 hours and 36 minutes — think ahead and pack your travel essentials to be comfy and cosy.
What airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to CUN?
The only thing standing between you and Cancun is just one, hassle-free flight (and maybe a couple of cold ones from the drinks cart). You can travel nonstop from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to CUN with a number of airlines, including United Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
How many flights are there from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to CUN?
Hear that? It’s the sweet, sweet sound of your plane on its way to Cancun. All you need to do is pick a seat on one of the 6 flights that operate daily from LAX to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN).
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Cancun ,
Mexico
IATA code:
CUN
Longitude:
-86.874439
Latitude:
21.040457
Time zone:
America/Cancun
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Los Angeles to Cancun Flight Deals from NZ$813

Considering a quick trip to Cancun, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from LAX to CUN. With heaps of cheap fares from Los Angeles, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Cancun from Los Angeles  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Cancun from Los Angeles from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Cancun in just 4 hour(s) and 33 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cancun from Los Angeles 

Choose from 12 flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$813 and rising to NZ$866 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Los Angeles to Cancun today!  

Find cheap airfares to Cancun from Los Angeles 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Los Angeles and Cancun
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Los Angeles to Cancun

Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cancun-Chetumal Km. 340, Cancun, QROO
The price is NZ$962 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$962
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,599 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
Temptation Cancun Resort All Inclusive - Adults Only
Temptation Cancun Resort All Inclusive - Adults Only
4.5 out of 5
Cancun
The price is NZ$830 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$830
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,610 reviews)
"If you are for some fun and be open to some stuff that you don't see on a normal basis, it's a great place. the games at the pool were absolutely fun. the shows at night are espectacular. their costumes, dances, choreography and all were second to none. I had never seen such an effort even in the ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Temptation Cancun Resort All Inclusive - Adults Only
Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All Inclusive
Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulkan km 16.5, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO
The price is NZ$890 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
NZ$890
per night
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,616 reviews)
"The property was great would go back! I would not use the ride share from the airport again, they didn’t pick us up after confirming. Hotel kindly got us a cab, so just a heads up to all needing transportation."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.