Travelling from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Cancun is 12 hours behind Bangkok. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to CUN, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to CUN departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to CUN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CUN and turn in quicker:
Pick up a Cancun International Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Cancun International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Rs135,398 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport. Return flights start at Rs298,660. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bangkok to CUN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Bangkok to Cancun International Airport ticket.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
May is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport (CUN), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cancun based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to CUN flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Cancun
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cancun right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Cancun International Airport:
Your Cancun visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Fuente de Kukulcan.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Chichen-itza Park, Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 274 kilometres west of Cancun, Kanasín is another essential stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Santa Isabel hacienda. Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik Park, Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo.Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij and Glorieta De Guadalupe.