On this page, you can find and book flights from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun. At 1,910 km, flying is the fastest way to travel from the west to the east of the country, avoiding long overland journeys.
VivaAerobus (VB) is the main carrier on this route. Since ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend using the price trend chart and calendar. It's also a good idea to check how to get to the departure airport and airport transfer options at your destination in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Puerto Vallarta — Cancun by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 310 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 569 in r. 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.
Puerto Vallarta → Cancun, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 300 | low | May | AED 360 | low | Sep | AED 454 | high |
| Feb | AED 330 | medium | Jun | AED 372 | low | Oct | AED 522 | high |
| Mar | AED 372 | medium | Jul | AED 413 | medium | Nov | AED 477 | high |
| Apr | AED 394 | medium | Aug | AED 394 | medium | Dec | AED 507 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Cancun's climate remains tropical year-round: July is the warmest month with a maximum temperature of +30.9°C, while January is the coolest. The period from June to October is characterized by high humidity and frequent rainfall, peaking in September.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable month to fly is January, with prices starting AED 310. The most expensive time to travel is February, when the minimum ticket price increases to AED 656, while in December you can fly AED 569.
January is considered the ideal time for a trip, combining the lowest airfares with comfortable dry weather. We recommend avoiding the autumn months due to the high risk of heavy rain, and February because of the seasonal spike in flight costs.
The main airline connecting these two popular Mexican coasts is VivaAerobus (VB). Passengers can choose between direct flights and convenient connecting options, allowing for flexible departure times. To see a detailed flight schedule by day of the week and route details, please check the interactive list below.
Flights Puerto Vallarta — Cancun depart from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International 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 average travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,910 km.
The Mexican airline VivaAerobus (VB) operates regular flights on this route.
Flights from Puerto Vallarta arrive at Cancun International Airport (CUN), located in the state of Quintana Roo.
Airfares change constantly depending on the season and flight occupancy. You can find the current minimum price in the low price calendar on this page.
The best rates are usually available when booking 1–2 months before the departure date. We also recommend checking prices for mid-week departures.
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