Cancún to Los Angeles (CUN–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CUN–LAX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,117 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 99 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 19 | 739 | 5h07-5h14 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: AA, HA | 7 | B39M | 5h12 | – | Oneworld | AA, HA |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM | 7 | 32Q | 5h19 | – | SkyTeam | AM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CUN: EST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cancún, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
ADO buses run from downtown Cancún bus terminal to the airport for MXN 102 (about USD $5) in 20–25 minutes. The Tren Maya (Maya Train) opened a station at CUN Airport (Terminal 4), connecting to the broader Yucatán rail network. Taxis from the Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera) cost MXN 350–550 (USD $17–28) depending on the zone.Authorized taxis from the airport are sold by ticket inside the terminal; agree on the fare before leaving the building to avoid inflated street prices. Uber is blocked from airport pick-ups by local taxi concessions; use the authorised taxi stand. Car rental is available at all four terminals.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
CUN–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CUN to LAX
Cancún International Airport (CUN) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CUN to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CUN to LAX ranges from 5 hours 5 minutes to 5 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,117 miles (3,407 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 119 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
99 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SUA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.