Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport is 11 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Amsterdam.
Choose from three weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport flights. The 10:05 departure with KLM is the earliest flight you can take. TUIfly Netherlands operates the last service of the day at 12:10.
Your AMS to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Cancun (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is KLM.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to CUN flights, with 69.23% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AMS and CUN include:
Glasgow International Airport
Newcastle International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport flight is P13,110. A return ticket is currently P29,342. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from AMS to CUN, book your journey five months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from AMS to CUN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the flights that depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cancun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a trip to Merida will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Campeche is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without dropping by Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.