Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cancún from $160
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cancún
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?
If you don’t want to visit Cancún in January, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $588.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?
The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $676. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $754. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cancún?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to Cancún during this time can be as low as $408. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $703. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Cancun flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from San Francisco when booking 1 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $653 when searching 1 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from San Francisco for as low as $628 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Cancun flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Cancun?
Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Cancun
What airlines fly to Cancún?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Cancún on average per day?
2 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Cancún as of March 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 79% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Cancún on average per week?
The number of flights available between San Francisco and Cancún is 19 per week as of March 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 26% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is San Francisco to Cancun by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Cancun is 2407.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport?
As of March 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cancun Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cancun Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Cancún is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (46.57% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (34.13%), Boeing 737 (15.77%), and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) (1.63%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Cancún is United Airlines, representing 68% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Alaska Airlines at 10%, American Airlines at 8%, and Delta at 4%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cancún
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $160 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,271 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $230 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 782 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $266 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,923 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $269 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 2,336 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $328 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,895 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $333 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 1,701 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $334 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,798 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $368 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 2,300 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $369 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 1,170 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $419 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Cancún
Across 4 Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cancún this week, the average price was $661, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $334 round-trip. 9,798 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
Hawaiian Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Cancún
Hawaiian Airlines (7.9/10 from 2,336 reviews) operates around 4 flights from San Francisco to Cancún in any given week. The average Hawaiian Airlines airfare for this route is around $564, with deals from around $269 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Francisco to Cancún flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Cancún right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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