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Flight deals from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,181. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.R 1,606 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,606, select.
Cancun.R 1,622 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,622, select.
Cancun.R 1,753 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,753, select.
Cancun.R 1,852 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,852, select.
Cancun.R 1,919 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,919, select.
Cancun.R 1,919 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,919, select.
Cancun.R 1,919 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,919, select.
Cancun.R 1,960 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,960, select.
Cancun.R 1,962 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,962, select.
Cancun.R 2,589 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,589, select.
Cancun.R 3,157 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sun Country Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,157, select.
Cancun.R 3,815 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,815, select.
Cancun.R 4,113 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,113, select.
Cancun.R 4,645 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,645, select.
Cancun.R 4,654 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,654, select.
Cancun.R 5,211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,211, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 1,622
Aug
from R 1,753
Sep
from R 1,606
Oct
from R 1,919
Nov
from R 1,962
Dec
from R 1,960
Jan
from R 1,919
Feb
from R 1,919
Mar
from R 1,852
Apr
from R 4,113
May
from R 5,282
Jun
from R 5,288

Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun

Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

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Dallas to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,606
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week142

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun is R 4,181. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Qantas fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun.
As of July 2026, there are 142 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Cancun is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Volaris and Frontier Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Cancun is one hour ahead of Dallas and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • There are 60 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport flights each week to choose from.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to CUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can travel nonstop to Cancun, Mexico. Jet off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • Spirit Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for DFW to CUN flights, with 89.06% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DFW and CUN include:

    • Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom Airport

    • San Antonio International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport flight is R 1,606. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 4,181. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from DFW to CUN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from DFW to CUN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.

  • 72% of flights that leave from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DFW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • If you're arriving on a late Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Cancun Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and venture far and wide through Cancun and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Cancun Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cancun. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Cancun Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DFW to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Cancun has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.

  • If you want to check out another side of Mexico, head for Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia are key highlights.

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