Flying from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Culiacan.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CUL to CUN flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CUL and CUN include:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Tijuana Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Currently, R 841 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,422. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CUL to CUN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CUL to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
Culiacan International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CUL make it to their destination as scheduled 81.23% of the time.
To get to Culiacan International Airport from central Culiacan, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CUL? If you're catching an early flight from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cancun. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Cancun. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CUL to CUN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are highlights.