On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Columbus to Cancun. The distance between the cities is 2,116 km. Information on how to get to the departure airport and how to travel from the terminal to the resort center will help you plan your logistics in advance.
Southwest Airlines is the primary carrier on this route. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the price trend chart and calendar to find the best deals for your desired dates.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Columbus — Cancun by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 941 in u, and the most expensive are around AED 1,011 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Columbus → Cancun, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,067 | high | May | AED 883 | medium | Sep | AED 699 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,030 | high | Jun | AED 957 | medium | Oct | AED 736 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,104 | high | Jul | AED 920 | medium | Nov | AED 993 | high |
| Apr | AED 920 | medium | Aug | AED 846 | medium | Dec | AED 1,067 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In Cancun, the hottest weather occurs in July, when the average high reaches 30.9°C. September and October are considered the rainiest months, while the driest and sunniest period for a trip lasts from February to April.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly time to plan your flight is in April — ticket prices start AED 927. Peak prices are observed in July, when the minimum fare starts AED 997.
April is the optimal choice, combining low flight costs with favorable weather conditions. It is best to avoid the period from June to October if you want to minimize the risk of tropical rain showers.
Southwest Airlines operates regular flights on the Columbus — Cancun route. Most flights on this route involve one connection at major US hub airports, but the frequency of departures allows for flexible scheduling. A detailed schedule and routing options are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Columbus — Cancun depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Rickenbacker International Airport and Golden Triangle Regional Airport and arrive at Cancun International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,116 km. Pure flight time for a direct flight is about 3 hours; however, including layovers, the total travel time usually ranges from 5 to 8 hours.
The primary carrier offering flights from Columbus to Cancun is Southwest Airlines.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights arrive at Cancun International Airport (CUN), which is the main transportation hub for the Quintana Roo region.
The lowest fares are typically available when booking 2–3 months before the departure date, especially if your trip falls during the low season.
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