Flights from Washington Airport (IAD) to Cancun International Airport Airport (CUN)

Q: How long does the flight from Washington to Cancun to take?

The flight from Washington to Cancun takes3 Hours 23 Minutes.

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One-way from £147.12

Travelling from Washington Dulles International to Cancún International is not a very popular route. There is however one airliner offer flights which is United Airlines. The official airport code for Washington Dulles International is IAD and for Cancún International it is CUN.

The cost of flights varies on the time and day you fly. If you know the dates you wish to travel then book you flights as soon as you can. The earlier you book your lights the cheaper they will be. You can get saving of up to 50% of you book 2 or 3 months in advance! Flight to Cancún International will get more expensive the nearer you get the departure date, so it’s advisable to book in advance if it is possible.

When arriving at Cancún International don’t forget to set your watch to the local time!

If you plan on flying to Cancún International Airport (CUN) from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) you can pre-arrange your long or short term parking at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

If you are renting a car at Cancún International Airport (CUN) it is recommended to fill up the fuel tank before returning the vehicle at the nearest fuel station to Cancún International Airport (CUN) in order to avoid incurring additional costs. *Please check your rental agreement to understand the fuel policy for your vehicle.

Organise and book your choice of transport to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD):

Ensure your arrival at Cancún International Airport (CUN) is as stress-free as possible by pre-booking your onward transport - booking early may also save you money:

You can also research and pre-book a hotel near Cancún International Airport (CUN)

To see all airliners that offer flights between Washington Dulles International and Cancún International please see the table below.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa	Su	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
United Airlines	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	08:30	12:50	VIEW FLIGHTS

United Airlines offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 08:30 and 12:50.

If you wish to book your flight with United Airlines then we advise you book direct from their website at united.com. The best discounts can only be obtained from their website.

The flight time for the selected route vary based on the month you will travel, but below we has summarised the most common times they will fly. We recommend you only take these times as guidance and check with appropriate airline for the exact times for the date you depart.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

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Tuesday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

VIEW FLIGHTS

Wednesday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

VIEW FLIGHTS

Thursday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

VIEW FLIGHTS

Friday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

VIEW FLIGHTS

Saturday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

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Sunday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1154

12:50

Airline	Flight No
United Airlines	UA1618

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If the airlines stated don’t offer flights that suite your travel times, you could look at alternative options. Below we have summarised flights from alternative departures airports and flights that are not direct.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshall to Cancun	0		3 Hours 27 Minutes
Wilmington Greater Wilmington to Cancun	0		3 Hours 33 Minutes
Philadelphia to Cancun	0		3 Hours 36 Minutes
Philadelphia North Philadelphia to Cancun	0		3 Hours 38 Minutes

Over the past 10 years flight regulations have become very strict so we advise you to leave plenty of time to check in and get through customs.

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Flight Price FAQ - Washington (IAD) to Cancun (CUN)

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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN?

The cheapest direct flight one way from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN is £147.12 ($184 €177.05)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN?

The cheapest direct return flight from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN is £317.43 ($397 €382.01)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN?

The cheapest flight one way from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN is £101.55 ($127 €122.21)

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What is the cheapest return flight from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN?

The cheapest return flight from Washington IAD to Cancun CUN is £246.27 ($308 €296.37)

£246.27

$308 | €296.37

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Flight Info FAQ - Washington (IAD) to Cancun (CUN)

Who flies from Washington to Cancun?

The following airlines fly from Washington (IAD) to Cancun (CUN): United Airlines.

How far is the flight from Washington to Cancun?

The flight from Washington to Cancun is 2,185KM or 1,358 miles.

How long does the flight from Washington to Cancun to take?

The flight from Washington to Cancun takes 3 Hours 23 Minutes.

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