How to Get from Cancun Airport to City Center
Are you looking for the best ways to get from Cancun Airport to City Centre? Cancun is one of the most popular beach destinations in the world. It is the perfect place to start your Yucatan Peninsula Itinerary from where you can easily reach Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Valladolid, and Chichen Itza.
Getting to Cancun City may seem difficult, but depending on your time and budget, there are several ways to get there. You can easily get to the city center from the airport by taxi, ADO bus, rental car, and airport transfer.
In this ultimate guide, you will find all the ways to get from Cancun Airport to Cancun City, such as the cheapest and quickest way to travel, journey times, and how much a bus ticket or taxi will cost.
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How far is Cancun City from Cancun Airport?
The distance between Cancun Airport and the city center is about 20 km, which is 20-45 minutes, depending on traffic and mode of transport.
There are several ways to get to the city centre from Cancun Airport: by taxi (25-30 minutes), by bus (45 minutes), and by transfer (20-30 minutes).
Scroll down for more information about which transport is the best for you, how long the journey takes, and how much a bus ticket or taxi will cost.
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Cancun Airport to City by Car
Are you looking for the best transport between Cancun Airport and the city? Cancun is the best place to start your Yucatan Peninsula Itinerary, as there are many cheap and direct flights to Cancun. Once you arrive at Cancun International Airport (airport code CUN), you can easily rent a car at the airport or pick up your pre-booked car.
Car rental will cost around 30-40 USD daily for a basic car with full coverage. Book your car in advance to get the best price!
The Cancun Hotel Zone is just a 20-30 minute drive from Cancun Airport.
Cancun Airport Transfer to City
It is one of the most comfortable and best ways to get from Cancun Airport to Cancun Hotel Zone. Once you land at the airport, go to the arrivals hall to meet your driver and travel to your accommodation in Cancun.
The journey takes 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic and number of passengers. For two people, it costs 20,50 USD per person, and for four people, it will cost 10,30 USD per person, making it ideal for couples and families.
Book your Cancun airport transfer via GetYourGuide or Bookaway.
Cancun Airport to City Center by Shuttle Minivan
The cheapest way to get to Cancun City is by air-conditioned minivan, which allows 25 kg of luggage and a small handbag per passenger.
A shuttle minivan from Cancun Airport to City Center (any hotel) starts from 7 USD. The journey time is 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
How to Get from Cancun Airport to City Centre by Taxi, Uber
One of the easiest and fastest ways to get to Cancun city center is by taxi. The journey takes 25-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
A taxi cost from Cancun Airport to Downtown Cancun or the Cancun Hotel Zone is between 24-45 USD, depending on the number of passengers, time of day, etc. If you are not traveling alone, the price is affordable.
Before you get in the taxi, be sure to agree on a price with the driver. The taxi drivers do not accept card payments, so you should bring local money!
Alternatively, you can book a private transfer from the Cancun Airport to the city (any hotel) starting from 33 USD, and 5 pax allowed.
Good to know
Currently, Uber is not available at the Cancun Airport.
Cancun Airport to City by Bus
One of the best ways to get to Downtown Cancun is by air-conditioned ADO bus. Each passenger can take up to 21 kg of baggage free of charge.
The travel time is approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic, and costs 140 MXN (7 USD) per person. The A/C buses run all day from Cancun Airport to Terminal Autobuses ADO Cancun every 30-45 minutes from 00:50 AM to 23:40 PM.
Buses do not stop in front of hotels. But you can easily continue your journey by bus from Cancun ADO Terminal to Chichen Itza, Valladolid, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, or Bacalar.
You can get from the Ado Bus Station to Cancun Hotel Zone by taxi or bus No. R1 or R2 for around 12 MXN (0.60 USD).
How to Get Around Cancun
Although there are several ways to get to Cancun city center from the airport, you will need a mode of transport on arrival to discover the best attractions of Cancun.
The best way to get around the Yucatan Peninsula is to rent a car or take an ADO bus. For nearby attractions or day trips, you can join a group or private tour, travel by taxi or Colectivo (shared minivan), or rent a bike.
ADO is the largest and most popular bus company in Mexico. Public transport in Yucatan and Quintana Roo is excellent, and you can easily get from one place to another. The buses are air-conditioned and have comfortable seats and big luggage compartments.
If you want to book bus tickets or transfers, use Bookaway.
Where to Stay in Cancun
Cancun has some luxury hotels, but accommodation options are available for all budgets. These are our recommendations.
Best hotels in Cancun
- Luxury: Oleo Cancun Playa Boutique or Grand Fiesta Americana
- Mid-Range: Bed and Breakfast Pecarí
- Budget: Suites Malecon Cancun
We have a detailed post on the best areas and hotels in Cancun.
Photo credit: Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun
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We hope our post on how to get from Cancun Airport to the City Centre will help you plan your next trip to Mexico. If you have any questions or thoughts, let us know in the comment below.
Travel Resources
Hotels – Booking.com
Car Rentals – Discover Cars
Flights – Skyscanner
eSIM – Airalo
Travel Insurance – SafetyWing
Tours & Attractions – GetYourGuide
Bus/Transfer – Bookaway
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