Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai is nine hours ahead of Cancun and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your CUN to DXB flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CUN and DXB:
O'Hare International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, R 8,302 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 17,352. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CUN to DXB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
72.87% of flights that depart Cancun International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Cancun to Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CUN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you're catching a late Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Dubai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among the biggest draws.