Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Manila.
Your MNL to CUN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like May? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cancun Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MNL and CUN include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Of all flights leaving Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport from central Manila, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cancun Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cancun Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cancun Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cancun Airport for August if you want to go to Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MNL to CUN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Cancun, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Merida to tick off its leading sights. From Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos to Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.