Travelling from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Quito and Cancun share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Leave enough time to catch your UIO to CUN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
Currently, P15,862 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P33,333. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from UIO to CUN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 89% of flights that depart UIO arrive at their destination on time.
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Quito. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to UIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar to explore Cancun and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cancun Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Cancun. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Cancun Airport for August if you'd like to visit Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Campeche is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometers west of Cancun. No journey is complete without experiencing Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.