$51 Cheap flight deals from Cancun (CUN) to Oaxaca (OAX)

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Airfares from $51 One Way, $120 Round Trip from Cancun to Oaxaca

Prices starting at $120 for return flights and $51 for one-way flights to Oaxaca were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Oaxaca from Cancun

Route Information for Flights from Cancun to Oaxaca

Origin Airport IATA Code
CUN
Destination Airport IATA Code
OAX
Distance
700 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Volaris
Earliest Flight Arrival
7:15PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
7:15PM UTC

Flying from Cancun to Oaxaca

Airports in Cancun

Flights originating from Cancun are handled by Cancun International Airport. Orbitz.com makes it easy to find cheap flights from Cancun using the travel planner tool. The airport is located approximately 12 miles from the city's hotel zone. From the airport, it is about a 20 minute drive by car to reach local hotels. Numerous airlines serve the airport, including Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, Air Transit, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and US Airways.

Parking at Cancun International Airport

Parking is available at the airport near the main entrance. The cost for parking is 24 pesos per hour. The daily rate of 150 pesos applies after six hours.

Transportation at Airports in Cancun

A public transit bus system services the airport and the local hotel zone. Other transportation options include hotel shared shuttles and taxi services. Cancun International Airport is located approximately 25 minutes from Cancun and 45 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Travelers can also opt to book budget car rentals through Orbitz.com.

Restaurants at Cancun Airports

Travelers who are looking for a fast bite to eat or breakfast before their departing flight from Cancun will find that there are several options, including Burger King, Colombian Coffee, Domino's Pizza, Peking Xpress, Starbucks Coffee, and Guacamole Grill. Locating cheap flights from Cancun is convenient and easy with Orbitz.com.

Traveling to Oaxaca

Travelers booking flights to Oaxaca, Mexico will arrive at the Xoxocotlan International Airport, a small single terminal airport that handles about 600,000 passengers yearly. Airlines servicing Xoxocotlan include Aeromexico, United Express and VivaAerobus, among others. The airport's address is Carretera Oaxaca-Puerto Angel Km 7.5, Oaxaca, Edo. de Oaxaca. Cheap flights to Oaxaca are available throughout the year, with reservations ready for booking through Orbitz.com.

Transportation From the Xoxocotlan International Airport

Transport from the airport into the city can be obtained by renting a vehicle, hiring a taxi or taking one of the shared minivans available in front of the terminal. The trip into town takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the ring road surrounding the downtown area.

The Weather in Oaxaca

Oaxaca is located in the tropical temperature zones, but altitudes and accompanying weather vary widely. Average yearly temperatures are about 64 degrees Fahrenheit. A light jacket is recommended for most of the year, with the summer and early fall receiving enough rain to warrant keeping rain gear at the ready. At higher altitudes, the weather tends to cool down, with freezing temperatures occurring during the winter.

Things to Do in Oaxaca

Oaxaca is widely noted for its art, and it has a number of galleries available for viewing local artists. The Museo de Arte Contemporaneo displays the best of these works. Performance art, including performances of local folklore through music and dance, is also a large part of the culture in Oaxaca. There's also an annual film festival, Oaxaca Film Fest, held during November. It is considered one of the more important festivals in Mexico, and attendees catch flights to Oaxaca from around the world.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Cancun to Oaxaca?
There is. Volaris offers direct flights from Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) to Xoxocotlan Intl. Airport (OAX), which makes jetting from Cancun to Oaxaca easy.
What is the shortest flight from Cancun to Oaxaca?
With the flight from Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) to OAX taking a minimum of 3 hours and 21 minutes, you’ll have enough time to kick back and enjoy the experience. Indulge in an in-flight wine or two and settle into your seat with a gripping movie or novel.
What airlines fly from Cancun to Oaxaca most frequently?
Volaris has the most flights along this route. This popular airline operates 13 flights from Cancun to Oaxaca each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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