$960+ Cheap flights to Riviera Maya

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CUN
16 May — 23 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Riviera Maya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 April 2026.

Thu 27/816:25
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop34h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 30/812:10
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops41h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,030
Thu 7/513:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops46h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 11/514:49
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops47h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,154
Mon 7/1215:50
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop33h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 14/1215:07
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops39h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,157
Sat 9/516:25
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop35h 05m
British Airways
Sat 23/517:10
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 12/4$2,164
Sat 9/513:50
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop33h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 23/515:34
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop22h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,166
Sat 16/513:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops40h 49m
United Airlines
Tue 14/707:58
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops39h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,232
Thu 28/515:15
AKL
-
CUN
3 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/610:34
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops33h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,409

Find flight deals to Riviera Maya

Find the latest flights to Riviera Maya in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 16 April 2026.

Return from

$2,030

One-way from

$960

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$3,132
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 27/8-30/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 76h 29m total
  • Auckland to Cancún
Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • Auckland to Riviera Maya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2026

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

13:50-19:19

2 stops46h 29m

Cancun

Mon 11/5

14:49-07:10

2 stops47h 21m

$2,154

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

13:50-06:48

1 stop33h 58m

Cancun

Sat 23/5

15:34-07:10

1 stop22h 36m

$2,166

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

15:15-09:45

3 stops35h 30m

Cancun

Thu 4/6

10:34-12:45

2 stops33h 11m

$2,409
Fastest return journey

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

07:00-16:12

2 stops26h 12m

Cancun

Tue 14/7

12:57-07:10

1 stop25h 13m

$2,580

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

13:25-06:48

3 stops34h 23m

Cancun

Sat 23/5

18:03-14:05

2 stops27h 02m

$2,782
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

13:00-16:55

1 stop20h 55m

$960

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

13:50-06:41

2 stops33h 51m

$1,143

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

20:15-16:12

2 stops36h 57m

$1,270

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

08:20-20:00

2 stops28h 40m

$1,333

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

06:10-20:00

2 stops30h 50m

$1,333

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Riviera Maya

How long is the flight to Riviera Maya?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Riviera Maya takes 33 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Riviera Maya from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Riviera Maya?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Riviera Maya are Delta, Qantas Airways and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Riviera Maya by month

Plan your trip to Riviera Maya by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riviera Maya ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Riviera Maya when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

Temperature in Riviera Maya by month

Plan your trip to Riviera Maya by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riviera Maya, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riviera Maya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riviera Maya. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Riviera Maya. Reviews last updated 16 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways to Mexico. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

FAQs about flying to Riviera Maya

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Riviera Maya if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Riviera Maya on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Riviera Maya?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Riviera Maya.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Riviera Maya depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Riviera Maya, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 42 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0.0 km away from Cancun).

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