Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
11 hours is the average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport. Cancun is 6 hours behind Barcelona and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between BCN and CUN:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from BCN to CUN, check if you need a visa to enter Mexico. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport is ₹ 27,894. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 51,840. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from BCN to CUN by booking at least 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Play around with filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona, Barcelona-El Prat Airport can be reached in about 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from BCN to CUN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip right by finding a wonderful stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from BCN to CUN, check out our accommodation options including:
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