Cheap flights from New Zealand to Riviera Maya from $799

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Riviera Maya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Riviera Maya flight deals. Data was last updated 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,790

One-way from

$799

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,268
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 7/4-14/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Riviera Maya
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Riviera Maya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Tue 7/406:00AKL - CUN
2 stops28h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 14/415:55CUN - AKL
2 stops33h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/1$1,790
Mon 23/206:00AKL - CUN
2 stops29h 57mQantas Airways
Mon 2/317:10CUN - AKL
2 stops27h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,799
Fri 26/606:00CHC - CUN
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 3/715:55CUN - CHC
2 stops30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,823
Tue 13/107:35AKL - CUN
2 stops31h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 5/217:08CUN - AKL
1 stop22h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,832
Sat 21/206:50AKL - CUN
2 stops26h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 28/217:10CUN - AKL
1 stop22h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,859
Wed 18/206:05CHC - CUN
2 stops32h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 22/217:10CUN - CHC
2 stops37h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,875
Sun 8/313:20AKL - CUN
1 stop38h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/316:20CUN - AKL
2 stops28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,892
Wed 18/206:05CHC - CUN
3 stops47h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/218:59CUN - CHC
2 stops24h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,906
Mon 23/319:55AKL - CUN
2 stops32h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/407:51CUN - AKL
2 stops30h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,915
Sun 8/307:00AKL - CUN
2 stops26h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/307:39CUN - AKL
2 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,920
Fri 29/506:05WLG - CUN
2 stops28h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 2/618:05CUN - WLG
2 stops50h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,943
Sat 27/606:00CHC - CUN
2 stops31h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 4/715:00CUN - CHC
2 stops40h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,948

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New Zealand

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Riviera Maya

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

06:00-17:00

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Tue 14/4

15:55-18:00

2 stops33h 05m

$1,790

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

08:20-17:00

2 stops25h 40m

Cancun

Tue 14/4

13:55-14:05

3 stops31h 10m

$1,790

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/4

08:20-16:59

2 stops25h 39m

Cancun

Mon 4/5

15:55-14:05

2 stops29h 10m

$1,799

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/2

06:00-17:57

2 stops29h 57m

Cancun

Mon 2/3

17:10-14:40

2 stops27h 30m

$1,799

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Fri 26/6

06:00-17:05

2 stops28h 05m

Cancun

Fri 3/7

15:55-15:25

2 stops30h 30m

$1,823

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:05-20:45

2 stops32h 40m

Cancun

Sun 22/2

17:10-00:25

2 stops37h 15m

$1,875

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

13:20-10:01

1 stop38h 41m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

16:20-14:50

2 stops28h 30m

$1,892

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:05-11:45

3 stops47h 40m

Cancun

Sun 22/2

18:59-13:15

2 stops24h 16m

$1,906

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 29/5

06:05-17:05

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

18:05-13:35

2 stops50h 30m

$1,943

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Sat 27/6

06:00-17:05

2 stops28h 05m

Cancun

Fri 3/7

15:55-00:20

2 stops39h 25m

$1,948

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya (average of $1,435). Flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,979). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 9 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Delta, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Riviera Maya. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya?

    For as low as $1,790, Qantas Airways can have you in Riviera Maya from New Zealand in 28h. The distance from New Zealand to Riviera Maya is about 12102 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya (average of $1,435). Flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,979). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,427Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,750Average$2,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,062Average$2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,146Average$2,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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