Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Vancouver.
Flights from YVR to CUN start from 08:10 — the first with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 23:30 with Flair Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 36 weekly Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights.
Your YVR to CUN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. When you're ready to start your Cancun adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Mexico:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Canada.
Air Canada is a leader in on-time performance for YVR to CUN flights, with 88.43% of services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Currently, Rs43,564 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs82,567. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from YVR to CUN by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:
Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cancun. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you want to explore Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to CUN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are among the biggest draws.