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Cheapest return flight
£642
Typical prices: £707-£1,023
British Airways
Thu 27/9Sat 6/10
ZRH - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£748
Typical prices: £880-£1,218
SWISS
Wed 21/11Wed 12/12
ZRH - CUN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Edelweiss Air. Average duration is 11h 25m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 67% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £710 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Cancún (ZRH-CUN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Cancún

Sun, 27 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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20:25 - 18:00ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
28h 35m1 stop London City
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14:09 - 14:40CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
17h 31m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
£642British Airways
Mon, 11 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
Air Europa Logo
18:30 - 20:25ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
31h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
22:25 - 17:30CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
13h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£643Air Europa
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Air Europa Logo
11:05 - 20:25ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
15h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
22:25 - 17:30CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
13h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£644Air Europa
Sun, 28 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 11:45ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
27h 45m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:50 - 11:40CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
16h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
£644Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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13:15 - 11:39ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
28h 24m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:35 - 11:40CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
17h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
£645Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
KLM Logo
19:10 - 15:05ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
25h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
21:00 - 18:25CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
15h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
£647KLM
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 18:25ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
17h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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21:00 - 22:30CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
19h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£650Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Air Europa Logo
18:30 - 20:25ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
31h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
22:25 - 17:30CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
13h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£651Air Europa
Mon, 8 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
Air Europa Logo
18:30 - 20:25ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
31h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
22:25 - 17:30CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
13h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£652Air Europa
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
07:05 - 16:10ZRH  Zurich-CUN Cancun
15h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:00 - 16:10CUN  Cancun-ZRH Zurich
16h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£652Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Cancún flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Zurich to Cancún with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Zurich to Cancún?

Return flights from Zurich to Cancún start at £642. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £707 to £1,023. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £642 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Cancún?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Cancún and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cancún?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cancún at £665 return.
  • August (£924) and April (£908) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Zurich to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Cancún are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to Cancún

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on ZRH

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Condé Nast Traveler. She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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.

Key details for Zurich to Cancún flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£346
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Zurich to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Zurich to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Cancún flights:

    • SWISS: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Zurich to Cancún?

    Only Edelweiss Air operates flights between Zurich and Cancún.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Zurich to Cancún?

    Flights from Zurich to Cancún usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zurich to Cancún flights?

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

    • SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Edelweiss Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £710 return via Madrid Barajas (MAD), compared with £1,021 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Zurich to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £74–£74 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 Zurich to Cancún?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and Edelweiss Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A340-300 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zurich to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Zurich to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Zurich to Cancún?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Zurich to Cancún route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £724 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £953, a difference of £229. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Zurich to Cancún?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Cancún route, 33% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 51 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cancún?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Nichupte Lagoon, Nautilus Diving and Training Center, and CoCo Bongo Cancun. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zurich to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:20 and lands at 23:45
    • Latest: departs at 13:20 and lands at 00:45.

    The flight takes about 11h 25m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zurich to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of £837. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Cancún?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Cancún takes 11h 25m, covering 5,398 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich 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 are flight prices from Zurich to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Zurich to Cancún are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £513.

  • How does Edelweiss Air's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Zurich to Cancún flights?

    Edelweiss Air is the only airline operating Zurich to Cancún flights. 67% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Zurich to Cancún?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 40m, compared to 14h 17m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and 14h 36m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Cancún?

    Cancún is 7 hours behind Zurich (Eastern Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · MEXRENTACAR
    · Hertz
    · America Car Rental
    · Budget
    · Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Zurich to Cancún flight?

    Return flights from Zurich to Cancún range from £707 to £1,023, with an average of £837 over the past 12 months. Anything below £707 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Zurich 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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £724 – about £229 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Cancún trip for June. Fares historically average £665 return in that month – typically £259 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £710 return on this route – about £311 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

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Cancun

Tuesday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Thursday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Saturday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

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Direct returns

Cancun to Zurich

Tuesday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Thursday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

Saturday

Edelweiss Air

Edelweiss Air

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