In a significant boost for tourism, Cancún is set to introduce 17 new international flights starting in 2026. These routes will enhance connectivity between Mexico’s Caribbean destination and various cities in the United States, Canada, and Ireland, alongside one domestic route to Saltillo, Coahuila.
Cancún’s New International Flights
Of the newly launched flights, 11 will connect Cancún to cities across the U.S., five will serve Canadian destinations, and one will link Cancún to Dublin. This marks the inaugural non-stop service from Cancún to Ireland.
Announced Routes
- Oklahoma City to Cancún – American Airlines, from December 6 to April 4
- Toronto to Cancún – Porter Airlines, since December 12
- Hamilton to Cancún – Porter Airlines, since December 12
- Cozumel to Calgary – WestJet, from December 20 until April 11
- Dublin to Cancún – Aer Lingus, starting January 6
- Cancún to Charleston – Breeze Airways, launching this month
- Cancún to Norfolk – Breeze Airways, launching this month
- Cancún to New Orleans – Breeze Airways, launching in February
- Cancún to Providence – Breeze Airways, launching in February
- Las Vegas to Cancún – Southwest, commencing June 4
- Tulsa to Cancún – Sun Country Airlines, starting May 21
- Charlotte to Cancún – Frontier Airlines, launching in March
- Chicago Midway to Cancún – Frontier Airlines, launching in March
- Raleigh-Durham to Cancún – Frontier Airlines, launching in March
- Saltillo to Cancún – Viva Aerobus, starting March 29
Economic Impact and Future Prospects
Mara Lezama, the Governor of Quintana Roo, announced the new flights, emphasizing their importance for the region’s economy. “Every new air connection brings more visitors, more jobs, and benefits for families,” she stated. Lezama is committed to enhancing connectivity to maintain the Mexican Caribbean’s status as a leading tourist destination.
Although Cancún International Airport underperformed in 2025, particularly in international markets, experts are optimistic about the future. Francisco Madrid Flores, head of the Center for Advanced Research in Sustainable Tourism, noted a recovery trend driven by new routes.
The introduction of these flights not only aims to augment visitor numbers but also reflects ongoing efforts to support the local economy and enhance the travel experience to and from this popular destination.
