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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Cancun? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.R 5,232 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,232, select.
Cancun.R 5,544 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,544, select.
Cancun.R 6,467 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,467, select.
Cancun.R 6,571 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,571, select.
Cancun.R 7,319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,319, select.
Cancun.R 7,516 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,516, select.
Cancun.R 7,701 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,701, select.
Cancun.R 7,749 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,749, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 5,232
Jun
from R 5,544
Jul
from R 8,075
Aug
from R 6,467
Sep
from R 6,571
Oct
from R 7,516
Nov
from R 7,701
Dec
from R 8,534
Jan
from R 8,069
Feb
from R 7,749
Mar
from R 8,228
Apr
from R 7,319

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Cancun

London Gatwick to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

London to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,232
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Cancun is R 8,156. 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.
10 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Cancun.
British Airways and TUI fly direct from London Gatwick to Cancun.
As of May 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cancun is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun Airport on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 29 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, TUI offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport is 10 hours 45 minutes.

  • Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun five hours behind London.

  • Choose from 15 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with TUI is the earliest flight you can take. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 13:25.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LGW to CUN flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • British Airways offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cancun — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating LGW to CUN flights is British Airways. Its services land as scheduled 71.67% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and CUN:

    • Pearson International Airport

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is R 5,232. A return plane ticket is currently R 8,156. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to CUN.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGW to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:

  • Pick up a Cancun International Airport rental car and discover Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

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

  • January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to CUN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Cancun has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you should also see. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Cancun

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.