Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport.
Mexico City is one hour behind Cancun and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of 82 weekly Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flights. The 00:15 departure with VivaAerobus is the earliest you can take. VivaAerobus operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CUN to NLU flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport available through various airlines, flying to Mexico City (and then other destinations in Mexico) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Aeromexico tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for CUN to NLU flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between CUN and NLU:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flight is Rs4,698. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs13,583. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CUN to NLU by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CUN to NLU.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Of the departures from Cancun International Airport, 72.87% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CUN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Consider checking in to Verticca Hotel after your Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flight. It's not too far from NLU and a comfy option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to central Mexico City
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to the centre of Mexico City has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The quietest month for a flight from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Cancun International Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport for April if you'd like to go to Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CUN to NLU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its top sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.