Deal alert: Round-trip flights to Cancun from $269
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.
Delta Air Lines is offering deals from Baltimore, Boston, Miami and New Orleans to Cancun for travel at the end of the year, starting below $300 round trip. In Cancun you can go diving in an underwater museum and swim in lagoons or see ruins and other archaeological sites to learn about Mexico's history. Cancun isn't just for relaxing on the beach unless that's what you want.
SecretFlying first published these discounted fares to Cancun, which are available in November and December.
Deal basics
Airline: Delta
Routes: BOS/BWI/MIA/MSY to CUN
How to book: Directly through the airline or through Google Flights
Travel dates: November – December
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Sample flights
The deals below are for basic economy tickets on Delta, which include a carry-on. Checked baggage will cost $30 each way.
Nonstop flights from Boston (BOS) to Cancun (CUN) were some of the cheapest deals we found at $269 round trip throughout November and December.
There is limited availability of flights in November and December from Miami (MIA) to Cancun (CUN) at $293 round trip. The one we found was for the beginning of December and included a stop in Atlanta (ATL) each way. This deal was over $200 cheaper than usual for the dates below, according to Google Flights.
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancun (CUN) are $318 round trip and cheaper by $150 for these dates in December, according to Google Flights.
For $341 round trip, travelers can go from Baltimore (BWI) to Cancun (CUN). There is a stop in Atlanta (ATL) on the departure and return flights.
MAXIMIZE YOUR PURCHASE
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Bottom line
Whether you're on a budget, looking to use up points or want to splurge on a luxury vacation, Mexico is filled with hotel options for travelers. Don't miss out on these deals to Cancun.