Travelling from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun two hours behind Porto Alegre.
Your POA 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 when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to tour a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport is a sought-after stop between POA and CUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is R 3,839. A return ticket is currently R 8,300. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from POA to CUN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from POA to CUN.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
76.68% of flights taking off from Salgado Filho International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Salgado Filho International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to POA:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and see more of Cancun and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from POA to CUN in January if you like 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 explore more of Mexico. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Merida to tick off its leading sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are highlights.