Cancún from Reno, 14 – 21 Nov: £1,196 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- £91 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Free cancellation at City Express Junior by Marriott Cancun
- Typical highs 82–83°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 28h 50m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
We found round-trip flights from Reno to Cancún for $589 per person ($1,178 for two) for Nov 14–21, 2026, which is 7 nights. They're on F9 with 2 stops each way, not nonstop. Highs should be 82–83°F, and the best-value hotel is $409 for the whole stay.
The total, before you go
£1,196 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £888 |
| City Express Junior by Marriott Cancun, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £308 |
| The total, before you go | £1,196 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £181 |
£91 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £45 each way per bag on Frontier, £181 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£444 per person, return
£888 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 2 stops · 28h 50m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:42 PM – Sun, Nov 15, 1:41 PM · back Sat, Nov 21, 6:50 AM – Sat, Nov 21, 4:41 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | £444 | 2 stops | 28h 50m |
| F9 + AM | £478 | 2 stops | 30h 15m |
| Frontier | £449 | 2 stops | 36h 10m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 22:50 GMT-7. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
$589 per person round trip, or $1,178 for two, is what we found for Nov 14–21, 2026. That's $121 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 17% gap. We checked 12 offers for this week, and they ran from $589 to $710. The lowest fare in our last 30 days of checks was $580, so this one is close to it. Mid-November is well clear of the March spring break crowds. Climate normals give highs of 82–83°F and lows near 73°F, though they also show drizzle on most days and rain on two. With 7 nights downtown at $409 and $90 per person per day for spending, the week comes to $2,847 for two. It works for a warm week of beach, cenotes and Maya ruins.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach week with some adventure mixed in: Caribbean water, cenote swims, a day at the ruins and a night out if you want one. It suits couples or a pair of friends who don't mind a long travel day for a full week somewhere warm. Go slow with mornings on the sand, and save one or two big days for Chichén Itzá or Isla Mujeres.
Weather in Cancún, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 82–83°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 15 Nov | 83 °F | 74 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon 16 Nov | 83 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue 17 Nov | 82 °F | 73 °F | Rain |
| Wed 18 Nov | 83 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu 19 Nov | 83 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Fri 20 Nov | 82 °F | 73 °F | Rain |
| Sat 21 Nov | 83 °F | 74 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Cancún
City Express Junior by Marriott Cancun is the best value at $409 for 7 nights ($58 a night). It has a 7.5 review score from 1,034 reviews, includes breakfast and has free cancellation. It's in Downtown (El Centro), which is good for local taquerías and Mercado 28 and is a 20-minute bus from the beach. Renaissance Cancun Resort & Marina is the top rated of the three at 8.7: $1,682 for the stay ($240 a night), room only, with no free cancellation. It's in the Zona Hotelera, the 14-mile strip of beachfront resorts. Riu Dunamar - All Inclusive is the pick if you want one fixed budget for the week. It's $1,699 for the stay ($243 a night), rated 8.3, with meals included and free cancellation.
City Express Junior by Marriott Cancun
£308 for 7 nights, two guests · £44 a night
See roomsRenaissance Cancun Resort & Marina
£1,268 for 7 nights, two guests · £181 a night
See roomsRiu Dunamar - All Inclusive
£1,281 for 7 nights, two guests · £183 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
- Snorkel the MUSA underwater sculpture museum
- Take a day trip to Chichén Itzá and swim in a cenote on the way back
- Ferry to Isla Mujeres and rent a golf cart to get to Playa Norte
- Spend a night at Coco Bongo in Punta Cancún
- Swim the cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes near Puerto Morelos
- Take a sunrise walk on Playa Delfines by the Cancún sign
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Reno | Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Cancún | Cancún International (CUN) |
| Flight time | 28h 50m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 2,319 miles each way |
| Time difference | +3 hours |
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What 7 nights in Cancún costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £888 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (City Express Junior by Marriott Cancun) | £308 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £950 |
| Total for two | £2,146 |
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: Reno to Cancún
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £444 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £437 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
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).
- You'll need a passport. The currency is the Mexican peso.
- Cancún is 3 hours ahead of the time zone Reno is in.
- This fare has 2 stops and takes 28h 50m outbound, leaving Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) at 6:42 PM on Saturday, Nov 14.
- The return leaves Cancún International (CUN) at 6:50 AM on Saturday, Nov 21 and lands at 4:41 PM.
- Prices are all-in, as we found them when we checked. They can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $589 per person round trip, or $1,178 for two, all-in. That's $121 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Fares move, so check the live price before you book.
Is it a nonstop flight?
No. It's F9 with 2 stops. You leave Reno at 6:42 PM on Saturday, Nov 14 and land in Cancún at 1:41 PM on Sunday, Nov 15, which is 28h 50m door to door.
Do I need a passport?
Yes. Cancún is in Mexico, so you'll need a passport. You'll pay in Mexican pesos.
What is the weather like?
Climate normals for these dates give highs of 82–83°F and lows near 73°F. They also show drizzle on most days and rain on Nov 17 and Nov 20, so plan a cenote or ruins day for those.
What does the whole week cost?
Flights at $1,178, the downtown hotel at $409 and $90 per person a day for spending add up to $2,847 for two over 7 days.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes. With 7 nights, you have time for beach days plus Chichén Itzá, Isla Mujeres and the cenotes. Keep in mind that with the long flight in, your first full day is Sunday, Nov 15.
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