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Cheapest return flight
R27 635
Typical prices: R20 146-R28 049
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/10Mon 22/10
CPT - CUN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 793
Typical prices: R16 614-R20 033
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/11
CPT - CUN • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Cancún. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R21 290 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Cancún (CPT-CUN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Cancún

Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 22
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
50h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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14:25 - 10:30CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R27 635Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
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13:15 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
32h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:25 - 10:30CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R27 635Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 - 18:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
39h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 18:35CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Johannesburg OR Tambo
R27 765Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 22
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
50h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:55 - 17:25CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
66h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl
R29 589Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:10 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
43h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Glasgow Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 22:10CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
R31 624Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
33h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 7:25CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R32 080Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
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13:15 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
32h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Manchester
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 14:10CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 30m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R32 210Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 12:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
50h 45m2 stops Istanbul Mexico City Benito Juarez
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:05 - 11:50CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R32 422Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 11:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
22h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:14 - 15:20CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R35 712United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
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19:50 - 13:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-CUN Cancun
24h 49m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:14 - 15:20CUN  Cancun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R37 503United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Cancún flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cancún?

Return flights from Cape Town to Cancún start at R27 635. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R20 146 to R28 049. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R27 635 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cancún?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cancún and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Cancún flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R13 793
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Cancún flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Cancún?

    Flights from Cape Town to Cancún usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cancún?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Cancún.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cancún?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Cape Town to Cancún route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R21 153 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R35 923, a difference of R14 770. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Cancún?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Cancún takes 0h 00m, covering 20 391 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town 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.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Cancún are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R22 831, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 54m, compared to 21h 35m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 22h 20m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Cancún?

    Cancún is 7 hours behind Cape Town (Eastern Time vs South Africa 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 R18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Hertz
    • America Car Rental
    • Budget
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Cancún flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Cancún range from R20 146 to R28 049, with an average of R26 833 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 146 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average R21 153 – about R14 770 less than Saturday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Cancún trip for September. Fares historically average R19 737 return in that month – typically R18 076 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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

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