Cheap flights from Edmonton International to Cancun

Airlines That Fly from Edmonton International to Cancun

Direct flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Cancun are provided on a seasonal basis by Air Transat, Sunwing Airlines, and WestJet. To search and compare the cheapest airfare offered by these carriers, simply enter your departure date into Skyscanner's flight search. If your travel date is flexible, the Whole Month search option can help you determine which days of the month offer the lowest fares.

Terminal Information - Departing

Edmonton International Airport consists of a single terminal building Long-term parking is available at the Easy Parkade, located just outside of the terminal. There are also two offsite parking lots (the JetSet Parking Lot and the Value Park Lot) that connect to the terminal building via a free shuttle service. Valet parking is available for travellers who are short on time.

After checking in for your flight, you'll proceed to the security screening area and then to the Departures lounge. Here, you'll find a good selection of services and amenities for departing travellers, including restaurants, cafés, bars, newsstands, retail shops, a duty-free store, and a juice bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. There are three premium lounges at Edmonton International Airport for travellers looking to relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments before their flight: an Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge and two Plaza Premium lounges.

Terminal Information - Arriving

Cancun International Airport (CUN) consists of two terminals. Flights arriving from Edmonton International Airport are handled in Terminal 2 (Concourse S). Within this terminal, you'll find a range of facilities and services for arriving visitors -- such as ATMs, food concessions, souvenir shops, currency exchange counters, and a duty-free outlet. The information desk is located near the main entrance of the terminal.

Cancun International Airport is located approximately 20 kilometers to the southwest of central Cancun. The airport is served by a public bus that runs to various destinations in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Other ground transportation options for getting to the city centre include hotel shuttles, limousines, local taxi services, shared vans, and car rentals.

Practical Information

It is recommended that passengers departing from Edmonton International Airport on international flights arrive at the airport at the security checkpoint at least 3 hours before their scheduled departure time. If you're running late, you can use the online check-in facility to print your boarding pass before leaving for the airport. Contact your airline for more information about using their web check-in service.

What to Expect in Cancun

Most restaurants, hotels, and retailers in Cancun accept U.S. currency, and major credit cards are widely accepted. That said, you still may want to make sure you have a few pesos on hand for tips, taxi rides, and drinks at local bars. the main language spoken in Cancun is Spanish, but many of the locals speak and understand English. Water is filtered at most hotels and restaurants, but this does not guarantee that you will not get sick. Bottled water is available throughout Cancun, so avoid drinking tap water whenever possible.