Flying from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN) leaving from here.
Jump on a direct Atlanta to Cancun International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Cancun is one hour behind Atlanta. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 42 direct flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ATL to CUN is with Delta Air Lines at 6:55pm.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Atlanta to CUN.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Reach your destination without the detour from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Direct flights from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN) can be booked from here.
At ATL, there's a range of airlines operating direct flights from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport, including:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ATL and CUN is Delta Air Lines.
Frontier Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
ATL is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% land on time at their destination.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and see more of Cancun and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Atlanta to Cancun International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
At the moment, ₹ 9,002 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 20,294. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Atlanta to CUN, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Atlanta to Cancun International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport (CUN). Visit Cancun in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Atlanta to CUN flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Cancun
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Cancun right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to Cancun International Airport:
Your Cancun visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Fuente de Kukulcan.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Chichen-itza Park, Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 274 kilometres west of Cancun, Kanasín is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Santa Isabel hacienda. Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik Park, Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo.Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij and Glorieta De Guadalupe.
