Cancún to Tampa (CUN–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CUN–TPA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. JetBlue leads the route. The flight covers 551 miles in approximately 1h 47m. Beyond nonstop, 73 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 11 | 223 | 1h47 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CUN: EST · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cancún, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
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.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
CUN–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CUN to TPA
Cancún International Airport (CUN) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CUN to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CUN to TPA ranges from 1 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 551 miles (887 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
73 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SUA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.