Flying from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Cancun is one hour ahead of Houston and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 13 Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, take the 07:55 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 17:35 with Southwest Airlines.
Your HOU to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Cancun (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport offered by this popular airline.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a dependable 85.96% of services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering HOU to CUN flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HOU and CUN:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport flight is Rs37,463. A return fare right now is Rs82,658. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from HOU to CUN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport.
Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston Hobby Airport, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Houston Hobby Airport from central Houston, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near HOU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Follow your own route with a Cancun Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience more of Cancun and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Cancun Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun Airport, Cancun is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancun Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HOU to CUN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Campeche is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without a visit to Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.
