Flying from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport (CUN) taking off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is eight hours behind Nairobi.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Nairobi to CUN.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Nairobi to CUN with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between NBO and CUN include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
67.1% of flights leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to CUN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CUN:
Go where the road takes you with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and discover more of Cancun and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks before your Nairobi to Cancun International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, Rs235,971 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs512,504. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Nairobi to CUN, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Nairobi to Cancun International Airport ticket.
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Discover the best deal on a flight from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Cancun. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport (CUN), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Nairobi to CUN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cancun
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Cancun International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cancun:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Cancun when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for chichen itzá Park followed by Cancun Beach and Fuente de Kukulcan.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Cancun, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to tick off its top attractions. From Chichen-itza Park to Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
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.
