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Cheapest return flight
₹ 36,475
Typical prices: ₹ 36,915-₹ 62,264
Viva
Tue 23/10Tue 30/10
LAX - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 42,160
Typical prices: ₹ 42,273-₹ 65,480
Delta
Thu 1/2Sun 4/2
LAX - CUN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines. Average duration is 4h 43m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 29,757 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cancún (LAX-CUN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Cancún

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Viva Logo
10:33 - 14:30LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
25h 57m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
Viva Logo
13:00 - 13:15CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
26h 15m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
₹ 36,475Viva
Mon, 1 Feb - Thu, 4 Feb
Delta Logo
10:30 - 18:00LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
4h 30mdirect
Delta Logo
19:10 - 21:41CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
5h 31mdirect
₹ 42,160Delta
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 3 Feb
Delta Logo
10:30 - 18:00LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
4h 30mdirect
Delta Logo
19:10 - 21:41CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
5h 31mdirect
₹ 42,254Delta
Fri, 15 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
Delta Logo
21:50 - 10:00LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
9h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
19:10 - 21:41CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
5h 31mdirect
₹ 42,633Delta
Wed, 6 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
Delta Logo
11:45 - 00:29LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
9h 44m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Delta Logo
12:05 - 20:00CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
10h 55m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
₹ 42,728Delta
Tue, 5 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
Delta Logo
23:00 - 13:47LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
11h 47m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Delta Logo
12:05 - 17:22CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
8h 17m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
₹ 43,202Delta
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
Southwest Logo
21:50 - 13:15LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
13h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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11:40 - 18:45CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
9h 05m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
₹ 43,581Southwest
Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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01:05 - 14:25LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
10h 20m2 stops Dallas Love Field Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
08:20 - 16:30CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
11h 10m2 stops Houston Hobby Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
₹ 44,055Southwest
Mon, 8 Feb - Fri, 12 Feb
Southwest Logo
05:35 - 17:25LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
16:20 - 00:10CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
10h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
₹ 44,812Southwest
Sun, 13 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Southwest Logo
21:55 - 17:00LAX  Los Angeles-CUN Cancun
16h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
14:45 - 20:55CUN  Cancun-LAX Los Angeles
9h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
₹ 45,097Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Cancún flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Cancún with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Cancún?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Cancún start at ₹ 36,475. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 36,915 to ₹ 62,264. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 36,475 on Viva.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Cancún?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Cancún and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancún?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cancún at ₹ 37,138 return.
  • June (₹ 55,139) and July (₹ 54,002) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Cancún are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Cancún flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₹ 20,464
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flights from Los Angeles to Cancún

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What are some good hotels near Cancun International Airport?

    The Courtyard by Marriott is a standard choice that is located less than a 10-minute drive from Cancun International Airport and is only a 12-minute drive from the popular Wet'n Wild Cancun water park. The Comfort Inn is a budget choice that is a 6-minute drive from the airport and a 5-minute drive from the waterfront.

  • What is the best way to travel from Cancun International Airport to downtown Cancun?

    Because Cancun does not have an extensive public transportation system, the best way to travel between Cancun International Airport and the city center is by either renting a car or taking a taxi. If there is no additional traffic or bad weather, this trip should take you approximately 20 minutes total.

  • Is there anywhere to store my luggage at Cancun International Airport?

    If you would like to store your luggage or personal items, stop by the Arrivals wing in the Main Terminal of Cancun International Airport. There will be a luggage desk where you can store as many items as you like for a standard daily rate.

  • Is there anyone to help me carry my luggage at Cancun International Airport?

    If you are traveling with a substantial amount of luggage and need help carrying everything, keep your eyes open for one of the many porters who are stationed throughout the Arrivals terminal of Cancun International Airport. You can find the current rates for these porters posted throughout the airport.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Cancún flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Cancún. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Cancún usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Cancún flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Cancún.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 29,757 return via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), compared with ₹ 53,260 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 2,842–₹ 9,473 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Morelia (MLM) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • León Del Bajio (BJX) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Los Angeles to Cancún route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 47,465 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 51,539, a difference of ₹ 4,074. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Cancún route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 14 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Cancún flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 08:26 and lands at 13:09
    • Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 04:42.

    The flight takes about 4h 43m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% above the route average of ₹ 49,619. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Cancún takes 4h 43m, covering 5,479 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Cancún changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 36,475 to ₹ 296,160. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Cancún are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 23,126, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Cancún flights?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Cancún flights are:

    • Delta: 90% on time
    • United Airlines: 89% on time
    • Alaska Airlines: 88% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Cancún?

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 13m, compared to 7h 17m via Santiago de Querétaro (QRO) and 7h 22m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Cancún?

    Cancún is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cancun Airport (CUN)?

    Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 103 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · MEXRENTACAR
    · Hertz
    · America Car Rental
    · Budget
    · Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Cancún flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Cancún range from ₹ 36,915 to ₹ 62,264, with an average of ₹ 49,619 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 36,915 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Cancún flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Cancún flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • Aeromexico
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Cancún flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 47,465 – about ₹ 4,074 less than Thursday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Cancún trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 37,138 return in that month – typically ₹ 18,001 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 90% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to Cancún arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 87%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours14 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 29,757 return on this route – about ₹ 23,504 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cancun Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport
  • Interested in flights from Los Angeles to Cancun? There are two primary airports that you can choose to depart from. While Los Angeles International Airport is the largest airport in the region and is particularly convenient for those leaving from the city center, Hollywood Burbank Airport is a smaller choice that is practical for those leaving from the northern Greater Los Angeles area.
  • If you would like a direct flight from Los Angeles to Cancun, there are several airlines that you can choose from. Companies such as Interjet and AeroMexico are known for offering particularly budget-friendly prices, while United and Southwest offer many amenities, such as free checked bags and extra legroom.
  • For those who would like to grab a bite to eat after their flight to Cancún International Airport has landed, there are several different dining options. Terminal 2 contains many popular restaurants, including Bubba Gump, California Pizza Kitchen, and TGI Friday’s. Terminal 3 also has Grab ‘n Go, a convenient choice for hungry travelers that are low on time.
  • To kill some time before your flight takes off, consider purchasing an access pass to one of the many private lounges in Los Angeles International Airport. Airlines such as Delta, United, and Virgin America all have their own lounges, while there is also a USO lounge for military members and their families.
  • If you would like to do some shopping before your day of traveling begins, visit one of the many duty-free shops that are located in the International Departures terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. These stores sell a variety of reasonably priced products including liquor, clothing, cosmetics, and electronics.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Cancun

Monday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Cancun to Los Angeles

Monday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines,American Airlines

Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

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