Flying from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport (CUN) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct flight from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind Ottawa. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to CUN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Take the express route from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport (CUN) operate from here.
At YOW, there's a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport, including:
YOW is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Consider staying in a hotel near CUN if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun is about 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport from P9,253 or travel return from just P16,375. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Ottawa to CUN, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cancun in May when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Ottawa to CUN, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cancun
After locking in your flight from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cancun:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino are attractions you won't want to skip in Cancun.
Complete your Cancun trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Cancun and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Ottawa to Cancun International Airport.