Cancún from New York, 28 Nov – 5 Dec: £2,582 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on JetBlue, 4h 16m
- £88 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Riu Ventura - All Inclusive, rated 8.7 by 581 guests
The catch: A valid passport is needed, and hold luggage and seat selection are extra on basic fares.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
Cancún is 7 nights from New York, 28 Nov – 5 Dec 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £324 per person (JetBlue, nonstop, 4h 16m), 21% below the typical £412 on this route. Hotels start at £238 a night; Typical highs 82–83°F, lows near 73°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£2,582 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £647 |
| Riu Ventura - All Inclusive, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £1,666 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £269 |
| The total, before you go | £2,582 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £136 |
£88 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £34 each way per bag on JetBlue, £136 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£324 per person, return
£647 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · nonstop · 4h 16m
Out Sat, Nov 28, 9:15 AM – Sat, Nov 28, 1:31 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | £324 | nonstop | 4h 16m |
| Delta | £329 | 1 stop | 16h |
| JetBlue | £324 | nonstop | 4h 15m |
Prices checked 26 Oct 2026, 20:00 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Cancún
Why we picked it: Cancún is the best value we priced for a week away: $429 round trip, nonstop, 22% under the typical price.
Cancún pairs Caribbean water the colour of a swimming pool with nonstop flights from almost every US hub, so it is the easy first trip to Mexico for beach, nightlife and Maya ruins.
Weather in Cancún, 28 Nov – 5 Dec
Typical highs 82–83°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 28 Nov | 82 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 29 Nov | 82 °F | 72 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 30 Nov | 82 °F | 74 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue 1 Dec | 82 °F | 75 °F | Drizzle |
| Wed 2 Dec | 82 °F | 74 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu 3 Dec | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Fri 4 Dec | 82 °F | 73 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 5 Dec | 83 °F | 71 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Cancún
Riu Ventura - All Inclusive
£1,666 for 7 nights, two guests · £238 a night
See roomsSecrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres - All Inclusive Adults Only
£4,694 for 7 nights, two guests · £671 a night
See roomsRiu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive
£1,834 for 7 nights, two guests · £262 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Cancún for these dates
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Where in Cancún
- Zona Hotelera: The 14-mile barrier-island strip of beachfront resorts, with the calmest water on the north-facing stretch.
- Punta Cancún: The party corner of the Hotel Zone, walking distance to Coco Bongo and the big clubs.
- Costa Mujeres: Newer all-inclusives on a quieter beach north of the city.
- Downtown (El Centro): Local taquerías and Mercado 28 at a fraction of resort prices, a 20-minute bus from the beach.
- Isla Mujeres: A 20-minute ferry away, with small hotels and golf carts instead of high-rises.
What to do in Cancún
Signature experiences
- Snorkel the MUSA underwater sculpture museum
- Day trip to Chichén Itzá with a cenote swim on the way back
- Ferry to Isla Mujeres and rent a golf cart for Playa Norte
- A night at Coco Bongo in Punta Cancún
- Swim the cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes near Puerto Morelos
- Sunrise walk on Playa Delfines by the Cancún sign
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New York | John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), LaGuardia (LGA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Cancún | Cancún International (CUN) |
| Flight time | 4h 16m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,547 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
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What 7 nights in Cancún costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £647 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Riu Ventura - All Inclusive) | £1,666 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £951 |
| Total for two | £3,264 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a mid-range destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: New York to Cancún
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £324 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £306 (12 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £412 |
| Price checks | 47 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Cancún; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: Mexican peso (MXN).
Questions readers ask
How much does 7 nights in Cancún from New York cost?
About £3,264 for two: £647 in flights, £1,666 for the hotel and £951 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Cancún 28 Nov – 5 Dec?
Typical highs 82–83°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Cancún?
Yes. Passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Cancún; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How long is the flight from New York to Cancún?
4h 16m nonstop on JetBlue, on the fare we found.
Is £324 a good price for New York to Cancún?
It is 21% below the typical £412 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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