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      Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Cancun

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,403. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Cancun.R 2,534 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,534, select.
      Cancun.R 2,676 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,676, select.
      Cancun.R 2,747 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,747, select.
      Cancun.R 3,033 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,033, select.
      Cancun.R 3,311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,311, select.
      Cancun.R 3,443 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,443, select.
      Cancun.R 3,443 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,443, select.
      Cancun.R 3,509 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,509, select.
      Cancun.R 3,619 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,619, select.
      Cancun.R 3,755 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,755, select.
      Cancun.R 3,780 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,780, select.
      Cancun.R 4,605 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,605, select.
      Cancun.R 8,038 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 8 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,038, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Cancun

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in December.
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      Sep
      from R 2,676
      Oct
      from R 3,033
      Nov
      from R 3,311
      Dec
      from R 2,534
      Jan
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      from R 3,755
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      Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Cancun

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      Philadelphia International to Cancun: Alternative routes

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

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      Philadelphia to Cancun: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,534
      Cheapest month to flyDecember
      Average flight time4 hrs, 8 mins
      Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
      Average flights per week22

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Cancun is R 5,893. 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.
      4 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Cancun.
      American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Volaris fly direct from Philadelphia International to Cancun.
      As of August 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Cancun.
      The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Cancun is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport on Monday, 30 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 8 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, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

      Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know

      • Hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.

      • Philadelphia and Cancun share the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.

      • You can choose from 19 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 10:45.

      • Your PHL to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

      • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Cancun holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Mexico:

      • American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

      • American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for PHL to CUN flights, with 84.0% of services landing as scheduled.

      • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PHL and CUN:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

        • Charlotte Douglas Airport

        • Miami International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cancun Airport (CUN)

      • At the moment, R 2,534 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,893. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHL to CUN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

      • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PHL to CUN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

      • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport.

      Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

      • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

      • Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.

      • Philadelphia International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

      Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)

      • If you're landing on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near CUN:

      • Go where the road takes you with a Cancun Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and chase adventure across Cancun and beyond.

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

      Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

      • Cancun Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Cancun. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

      • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.

      When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

      • Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cancun Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from PHL to CUN in January if you like travelling in 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 cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.

      • Campeche is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without dropping by Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Philadelphia to Cancun

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.