Cheap flights from New Zealand to Riviera Maya from $1,034

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,957

One-way from

$1,034

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,512
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/3-14/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 99h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Riviera Maya
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Riviera Maya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 22 October 2025.

Thu 6/1115:50AKL - CUN
1 stop19h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/1108:39CUN - AKL
2 stops30h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,164
Wed 3/1213:20AKL - CUN
1 stop22h 34mQantas Airways
Wed 10/1214:15CUN - AKL
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/10$2,166
Wed 3/1207:00AKL - CUN
2 stops26h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1206:30CUN - AKL
2 stops32h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10$2,171
Tue 16/1210:25AKL - CUN
2 stops25h 29mQantas Airways
Fri 26/1214:07CUN - AKL
2 stops29h 58mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/10$2,212
Sat 6/1213:20AKL - CUN
1 stop22h 34mQantas Airways
Sat 13/1214:15CUN - AKL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/10$2,243
Fri 5/1206:05WLG - CUN
2 stops29h 49mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1214:15CUN - WLG
2 stops29h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/10$2,259
Wed 3/1207:35AKL - CUN
2 stops28h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1213:07CUN - AKL
3 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$2,283
Sat 6/1213:15AKL - CUN
3 stops35h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1214:15CUN - AKL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$2,294
Mon 15/1207:35AKL - CUN
2 stops28h 19mQantas Airways
Sun 4/117:11CUN - AKL
1 stop21h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/10$2,334
Fri 5/1216:45WLG - CUN
3 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:00CUN - WLG
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$3,024

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Riviera Maya that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Riviera Maya

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Tue 10/3

06:05-15:05

2 stops51h 00m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

14:00-08:35

2 stops48h 35m

$1,957

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

06:00-07:13

2 stops43h 13m

Cancun

Sat 28/2

17:55-10:35

2 stops46h 40m

$2,144

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/3

14:50-16:20

1 stop19h 30m

Cancun

Sun 22/3

16:50-08:10

1 stop21h 20m

$2,161

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

15:50-07:29

2 stops33h 39m

Cancun

Tue 10/3

14:07-08:10

2 stops24h 03m

$2,161

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

15:50-11:25

2 stops37h 35m

Cancun

Mon 10/11

08:39-09:10

2 stops30h 31m

$2,164

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-16:12

1 stop19h 22m

Cancun

Fri 1/5

17:22-07:10

2 stops44h 48m

$2,166

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 5/12

06:05-17:54

2 stops29h 49m

Cancun

Fri 12/12

14:15-13:30

2 stops29h 15m

$2,259

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

13:00-01:28

3 stops30h 28m

Cancun

Sat 28/2

11:15-08:05

3 stops26h 50m

$2,302

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Tue 10/3

09:55-16:10

2 stops24h 15m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

21:10-00:05

3 stops56h 55m

$2,880

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 5/12

16:45-00:24

3 stops25h 39m

Cancun

Fri 12/12

06:00-09:20

3 stops33h 20m

$3,024

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 19/10

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya (average of $1,453). Flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to ETW?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Riviera Maya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Riviera Maya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Riviera Maya. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Riviera Maya flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 22 October 2025.
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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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

    For as low as $2,259, American Airlines can have you in Riviera Maya from New Zealand in 29h 49m. The distance from New Zealand to Riviera Maya is about 12199 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Riviera Maya (average of $1,453). Flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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 5 airlines flying from New Zealand to Riviera Maya

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DeltaCheapest$1,433Average$2,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,502Average$2,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,767Average$2,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,070Average$2,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,154Average$2,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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