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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Orlando International to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Orlando International to Cancun

Orlando International to Cancun: Alternative routes

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

Orlando to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,592
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from Orlando International to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Orlando International to Cancun is R 3,600. 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 11 minutes is the average flight time from Orlando International to Cancun.
Azul Airlines, jetBlue and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Orlando International to Cancun.
As of November 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from Orlando International to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Orlando International to Cancun is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Orlando International Airport to Cancun Airport on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 11 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, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun one hour behind Orlando.

  • Every week, there are 20 Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, take the 06:40 JetBlue Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 15:00 with JetBlue Airways.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MCO to CUN flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport, so getting to Cancun (and then seeing more parts of Mexico!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.

  • With a dependable 94.34% of services arriving on schedule, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record for MCO to CUN flights.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCO and CUN:

    • Miami International Airport

    • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Right now, R 1,592 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,600. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from MCO to CUN, reserve your trip six months before your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCO to CUN.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:

  • Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and discover Cancun and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of 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 Orlando International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.

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

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

Explore more of Mexico

  • Cancun has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit 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.

  • Campeche is another standout 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.

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