Flying from London to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Cancun International Airport (CUN). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is 5 hours behind London. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with British Airways at 13:25. Choose the first LHR to CUN departure operated by TUI at 09:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from London to CUN won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from London to CUN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Cancun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Want more options for a direct flight from London to Cancun International Airport (CUN)? Browse the fares jetting out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
From LGW, direct flights from London to CUN are offered by British Airways.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Cancun International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to CUN:
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Reserve a hotel near CUN if you're taking a late flight from London to Cancun International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun takes about 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
For a one-way ticket from London to Cancun International Airport, RM1,578 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just RM1,514. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from London to CUN, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from London to Cancun International Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from London to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from London to Cancun International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Cancun, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Cancun. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from London to CUN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Cancun International Airport.
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Cancun International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino are must-do's during your Cancun adventure.
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