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Cheapest return flight
£282
Typical prices: £294-£447
Aeromexico
Thu 13/12Thu 20/12
HOU - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£289
Typical prices: £293-£445
Southwest
Sat 8/12Wed 12/12
HOU - CUN • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 12m
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 13% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg £318 (return)
New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Cancún (HOU-CUN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hobby to Cancún

Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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06:12 - 12:42HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:15 - 14:15CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£282Aeromexico
Tue, 8 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Southwest Logo
12:15 - 15:30HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
2h 15mdirect
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08:20 - 09:35CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 15mdirect
£289Southwest
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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06:12 - 21:08HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
13h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:15 - 18:06CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£291Delta
Tue, 8 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Southwest Logo
05:40 - 17:00HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
10h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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08:20 - 09:35CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 15mdirect
£292Southwest
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
06:00 - 13:47HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:55 - 23:31CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£300Delta
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Southwest Logo
16:35 - 19:45HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
2h 10mdirect
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13:50 - 15:20CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 30mdirect
£304Southwest
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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05:55 - 17:55HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
11h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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08:20 - 09:35CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 15mdirect
£307Southwest
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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14:10 - 17:20HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
2h 10mdirect
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12:35 - 20:55CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
£312Southwest
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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07:10 - 16:05HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
7h 55m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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12:35 - 20:55CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
£315Southwest
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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05:50 - 12:50HOU  Houston Hobby-CUN Cancun
6h 00m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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08:20 - 09:35CUN  Cancun-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 15mdirect
£326Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights

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How much is a return flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

Return flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún typically range from £294 to £447. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £282 on Aeromexico.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún at £320 return.
•January (£525) and October (£412) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Hobby to Cancún

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£139
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún

When to book flights from Hobby to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:42
    • Latest: departs at 16:35 and lands at 18:47.

    The flight takes about 2h 12m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    A direct flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún takes 2h 12m, covering 792 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flight?

    Return flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún range from £294 to £447, with an average of £367 over the past 12 months. Anything below £294 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the £367 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £318 return via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared with £363 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £34–£67 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £282 to £1,807. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £180, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cancun Airport (CUN)?

    Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £12 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • America Car Rental
    • Budget
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £317 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £459, a difference of £142.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Cancún.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún?

    Flying via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 22m, compared to 5h 52m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 15m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cancún?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Playa Caracol, Iberostar Cancun Peninsula Convention Centre, and Playa Chac Mool. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average £317, about £142 less than Thursday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Cancún trip for April. Fares historically average £320 return in that month – typically £205 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £318 return on this route – about £45 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cancun Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport

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