Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun eight hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your IST to CUN flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between IST and CUN:
Miami International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
R 7,104 is the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,870. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from IST to CUN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IST to CUN.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near IST:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to CUN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Cancun, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its popular sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Campeche is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without experiencing Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.