North America · Mexico
What a trip to Cancún really costs
Caribbean beaches, cenotes and Maya ruins. A 7-night trip for two, flights from London included, comes to roughly €2,686–€6,120.
Key facts
- Best monthsNov–Apr
- Hotel, per night€110–€240mid-range room for two
- Per person, per day€56–€140food, local transport, activities
- OverallPricier than mostamong places we cover
Trip cost by length and where you fly from
Two adults, mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities, in euros. Planning estimates, not prices.
| Flying from | 3 nights | 7 nights | 14 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | €1,798–€4,040 | €2,686–€6,120 | €4,240–€9,760 |
| New York | €1,058–€2,480 | €1,946–€4,560 | €3,500–€8,200 |
| Dubai | €2,618–€5,800 | €3,506–€7,880 | €5,060–€11,520 |
| Sydney | €2,718–€6,040 | €3,606–€8,120 | €5,160–€11,760 |
Flying from somewhere else? The planner works it out for your city, your budget and your currency.
Best time to visit Cancún
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
A week is the minimum to see more than one place; ten days to two weeks suits it better.
Questions about a trip to Cancún
How much does a trip to Cancún cost?
For two travellers, a 7-night trip to Cancún comes to roughly €2,686–€6,120 in total, including return flights from London, a mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities. Flights from elsewhere differ, so use the planner with your own city. These are planning estimates, not prices.
How much do hotels cost in Cancún?
A mid-range room for two typically costs about €110–€240 a night. Prices swing with the season and how early you book, so check live prices for your dates.
How much money do you need per day in Cancún?
Plan for about €56–€140 per person per day for food, local transport and activities, on top of your hotel.
When is the best time to visit Cancún?
The best months are Nov–Apr. Outside them you can still go, but weather, crowds or prices can be less friendly.
Is Cancún expensive?
Compared with the other places we cover, Cancún is on the pricier side for daily spending and hotels. The biggest single cost is usually the flight, and it depends on where you start.
How many days do you need in Cancún?
A week is the minimum to see more than one place; ten days to two weeks suits it better.
Things to do in Cancún
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Before you fly to Cancún
Useful things to sort out before you go.
- eSIM
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Data eSIMs for travellers: land online without a roaming bill or a shop queue.
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