Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 5 minutes.
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun five hours behind Newcastle.
To ensure you get on your NCL to CUN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Cancun (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a snap with TUI. This popular airline has direct flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
TUI has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between NCL and CUN include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
R 7,789 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 15,407. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from NCL to CUN, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NCL to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
When it comes to Newcastle International Airport's on-time performance, 71.29% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to NCL:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cancun. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NCL to CUN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Mexico, head for Campeche, roughly 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are key highlights.