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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Cancun Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $820. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cancun.$737 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Cancun on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $737, select.

Cancun.$760 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.

Cancun.$769 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cancun on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $769, select.

Cancun.$803 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Cancun on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $803, select.

Cancun.$820 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $820, select.

Cancun.$844 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cancun on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $844, select.

Cancun.$879 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Cancun on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.

Cancun.$883 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $883, select.

Cancun.$895 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $895, select.

Cancun.$898 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cancun on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Cancun.$915 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Cancun on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Cancun.$938 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Cancun on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $938, select.

Cancun.$956 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Cancun on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $956, select.

Cancun.$964 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $964, select.

Cancun.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.

Cancun.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$737
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	3 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Columbus to Cancun?

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Cancun is $737. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Columbus to Cancun?

3 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Cancun.

Which airlines fly direct from Columbus to Cancun?

Southwest Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Columbus to Cancun.

How many flights are there a week from Columbus to Cancun?

As of May 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Columbus to Cancun.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Cancun?

The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Cancun is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Columbus to Cancun Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Cancun Airport on Monday, 6 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Columbus to Cancun Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 29 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cancun?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cancun?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Cancun with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Cancun is Southwest Airlines .

Travelling from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know

Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Columbus. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN) leaving from here.
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Columbus to Cancun International Airport flight.
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Columbus.
Your flight from Columbus to CUN won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

You can jump on a direct flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN) out of John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Columbus to Cancun International Airport jetting out of CMH.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between CMH and CUN is Southwest Airlines.
American Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. A reliable 100.0% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Columbus to CUN that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CMH and CUN include:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
Of the departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

Break up your flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport with a stop at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). A major stopover between Rickenbacker International Airport and CUN, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
On public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to CUN flight, treat yourself to a stay at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Cancun International Airport (CUN)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Columbus to Cancun International Airport flight.

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

Central Cancun is around 16 kilometres from Cancun International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

Right now, $340 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Cancun International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $737. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Columbus to CUN, book your plane ticket five months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Columbus to Cancun International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Columbus to Cancun International Airport.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

November is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Cancun International Airport (CUN), while March is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Columbus to CUN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Cancun International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC.

More about Cancun

Start your Cancun trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Cancun International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Chichen itzá Park and Cancun Beach are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Cancun itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hotel Zone.

Explore more of Mexico

Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Mexico, head for Kanasín, roughly 274 kilometres west of Cancun. Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo."Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij", Santa Isabel hacienda. "Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik" Park and Villa Mágica Kanasín are key highlights.