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San Francisco to Cancún: what the flight costs

In the last 60 days we checked this route 2 times. The typical round trip was $458 per person and the lowest $457, taxes and fees included.

Per person
Lowest seen$457
Typical (median)$458
Price checks, 60 days2

Every fare we found in the last 30 days

CheckedTrip datesPer personAirlineStopsDurationSource
Oct 12, 2026Nov 14–21, 2026$457AM + ASwith a stop12h 7mKiwi.com
Oct 11, 2026Nov 14–21, 2026$458AM + ASwith a stop7h 15mKiwi.com

About Cancún

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.

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Questions about San Francisco to Cancún

What does a round trip from San Francisco to Cancún usually cost?

Over the last 60 days the typical price we found was $458 per person, taxes and fees included, across 2 checks; the lowest was $457.

When is the best time to fly from San Francisco to Cancún?

Cancún is at its best in November, December, January, February, March, April and May. Avoid August, September, October: Peak Atlantic hurricane season with the heaviest rain and humidity of the year.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Cancún?

Yes, US citizens need a valid passport.