Direct (nonstop) flights from Cancun to Mexico City

3 airlines fly nonstop from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). It's 792 miles (1,275 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Aeromexico, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

CUN
Cancun International Airport
🇲🇽 Cancun, Mexico
NLU
Felipe Angeles International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
792 mi
1,275 km
CO₂/pax
147 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Aeromexico +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Aeromexico Aeromexico VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeromexico AM Aeromexico
Route
CUN → NLU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
792 mi
VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
CUN → NLU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
792 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
CUN → NLU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
792 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cancun to Mexico City with one stop · direct emits 147 kg CO₂ per passenger

CUN VER (Veracruz) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (618 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (190 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CUN → VER
1h 50m · 618 mi
View CUN to VER flights →
Leg 2
VER → NLU
1h 8m · 190 mi
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CUN TAM (Tampico) NLU
Leg 1: 2h (712 mi) Leg 2: 1h (189 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CUN → TAM
2h · 712 mi
View CUN to TAM flights →
Leg 2
TAM → NLU
1h · 189 mi
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CUN VSA (Villahermosa) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CUN → VSA
1h 30m · 441 mi
View CUN to VSA flights →
Leg 2
VSA → NLU
1h 35m · 423 mi
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CUN OAX (Oaxaca) NLU
Leg 1: 2h 7m (701 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (242 mi) Total: ~3h 19m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CUN → OAX
2h 7m · 701 mi
View CUN to OAX flights →
Leg 2
OAX → NLU
1h 12m · 242 mi
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CUN TGZ (Tuxtla Gutierrez) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 41m (506 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (450 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CUN → TGZ
1h 41m · 506 mi
View CUN to TGZ flights →
Leg 2
TGZ → NLU
1h 40m · 450 mi
View TGZ to NLU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cancun to Mexico City?

A nonstop flight from Cancun (CUN) to Mexico City (NLU) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 792 miles (1,275 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cancun to Mexico City?

3 airlines: Aeromexico, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cancun to Mexico City?

Yes. 3 airlines: Aeromexico, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Cancun from Mexico City?

The flight distance from Cancun to Mexico City is 792 miles (1,275 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Cancun to Mexico City?

At 2h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cancun to Mexico City?

Roughly 147 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 735 km.

Is the return flight from Mexico City to Cancun also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cancun to Mexico City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cancun International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.