JNB - CUN

R18 276 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Cancun – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 29% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R18 276
Typical prices: R20 467-R26 184
British Airways
Mon 19/11Mon 3/12
JNB - CUN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cancún. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Cheapest • Avg R21 339 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 37m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Cancún!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Cancún (JNB-CUN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Cancún

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
28h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
14:34 - 10:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
R18 276British Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
28h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
14:34 - 10:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
R18 309British Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
28h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
14:34 - 10:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
R18 391British Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
28h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 10:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R19 293British Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Air Europa Logo
19:55 - 20:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
31h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
22:25 - 10:40CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
R19 523Air Europa
Thu, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 18
Air Europa Logo
18:50 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
30h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
20:40 - 9:50CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m1 stop Madrid Barajas
R19 703Air Europa
Thu, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 18
Air Europa Logo
18:50 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
30h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
20:40 - 9:50CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m1 stop Madrid Barajas
R19 753Air Europa
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Air France Logo
19:40 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
29h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
21:00 - 11:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R28 119Air France
Mon, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 28
Air France Logo
19:40 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
29h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
21:00 - 11:25CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R28 513Air France
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 13:57JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CUN Cancun
22h 57m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
14:04 - 18:35CUN  Cancun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 31m1 stop Newark
R103 602United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún flights

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

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún typically range from R20 467 to R26 184. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 276 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún at R19 162 return.
•July (R26 758) and December (R25 872) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R18 276
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún takes 00m, covering 21 622 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún range from R20 467 to R26 184, with an average of R22 877 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 467 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the R22 877 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R18 276 to R113 059. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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:

    • Hertz
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • America Car Rental
    • Budget
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Newark (EWR) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 21% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R21 278 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R25 363, a difference of R4 085.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 37m, compared to 24h 21m via Newark (EWR) and 27h 22m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cancún?

    Cancún is 7 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R21 278, about R4 085 less than Wednesday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún trip for January. Fares historically average R19 162 return in that month – typically R7 596 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

More options for your flight from OR Tambo to Cancún

Complete your trip to Cancún with a hotel stay or car hire

Car hire in Cancún
Hotels in Cancún