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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cancún from C$ 229

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CUN
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 510

One-way from

C$ 229

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 775
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/2-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 00m total
  • San Francisco to Cancún
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 12m total
  • San Francisco to Cancún
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 30/111:05 p.m.SFO - CUN
1 stop10h 19mAeromexico
Sat 8/26:04 a.m.CUN - SFO
1 stop8h 30mAeromexico
Deal found 16/1C$ 510
Tue 11/26:05 a.m.SFO - CUN
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Thu 13/26:04 a.m.CUN - SFO
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 16/1C$ 516
Sat 1/28:00 a.m.SFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/27:00 p.m.CUN - SFO
1 stop17h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 517
Wed 5/29:01 a.m.SFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/25:50 p.m.CUN - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 527
Wed 19/36:00 a.m.SFO - CUN
1 stop14h 19mJetBlue
Tue 25/312:30 p.m.CUN - SFO
1 stop13h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 16/1C$ 671
Wed 5/26:35 a.m.SFO - CUN
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/28:30 a.m.CUN - SFO
2 stops16h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1C$ 809

Find flights from San Francisco to Cancún within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 30/1

9:01 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

Cancun

Sat 8/2

3:07 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 52m

C$ 510

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 11/2

6:05 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

Cancun

Thu 13/2

6:04 a.m.-11:34 a.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 516

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 1/2

8:00 a.m.-4:21 p.m.

Nonstop5h 21m

Cancun

Wed 5/2

7:00 p.m.-9:57 a.m.

1 stop17h 57m

C$ 517

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 6/2

11:28 a.m.-12:58 a.m.

2 stops10h 30m

Cancun

Tue 11/2

7:59 a.m.-11:52 p.m.

2 stops18h 53m

C$ 525

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

6:00 a.m.-10:19 p.m.

1 stop14h 19m

Cancun

Tue 25/3

12:30 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 25m

C$ 671

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 5/2

6:35 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

Cancun

Wed 12/2

8:30 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops16h 05m

C$ 809

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 23/2

5:22 p.m.-2:34 p.m.

2 stops18h 12m

C$ 229

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 22/1

9:01 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

C$ 230

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 22/1

7:10 a.m.-12:53 a.m.

2 stops14h 43m

C$ 244

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 13/3

6:00 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop12h 05m

C$ 287

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Cancún

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún (average of C$ 298). Flying from San Francisco to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). 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 SFO to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 17 January 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from San Francisco to Cancún by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cancún. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SFO to CUN are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 mm 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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to Cancún. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this San Francisco to Cancún flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cancún round-trip?

    Delta, at C$ 510, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Cancún.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Cancún one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 229. Users have also found prices from C$ 230 and C$ 237 on Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Consider Alaska Airlines (73%), United Airlines (70%) or American Airlines (49%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cancún?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún (average of C$ 298). Flying from San Francisco to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). 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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