Statistics on Calgary-Cancun flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Cancun (from: Calgary)
The average price to go to Cancun from Calgary airport is $ 566 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 479 (in january) and $ 659 (in may), which is a saving of $ 88 or a surplus of $ 93 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $417 to $469 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Cancun before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Calgary-Cancun plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60003 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Cancun from Calgary and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in january, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 479, saving $ 88 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 566). Conversely, may will be the most expensive ($ 659).
Flight Calgary-Cancun: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 375 | $ 479 the cheapest | very good price |
| February | $ 421 | $ 578 | fair price |
| March | $ 439 | $ 556 | fair price |
| April | $ 415 | $ 530 | fair price |
| May | $ 525 | $ 659 the most expensive | very high price |
| June | $ 413 | $ 516 | fair price |
| July | $ 486 | $ 596 | fair price |
| August | $ 470 | $ 585 | fair price |
| September | $ 396 | $ 482 | good price |
| October | $ 487 | $ 588 | fair price |
| November | $ 478 | $ 606 | fair price |
| December | $ 463 | $ 615 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Calgary to Cancun
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Calgary to Cancun range from $208 to $1042. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $209 to $261), 1% at the maximum price (from $990 to $1042). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $417 to $469 (13% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Calgary->Cancun flight
There are 7 companies that serve Calgary from Cancun airport: WestJet, United, flair airlines, Air Canada, Kish Airline, Sunwing Airlines and American Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 60003 flights analyzed in previous years, WestJet was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (63% of the time) on the Calgary->Cancun route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Calgary-Cancun flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 198 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Calgary-Cancun flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $51. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $30.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Cancun to Calgary departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $46. Conversely, departing from Cancun on a saturday may cost you an additional $35.
Top prices Calgary-Cancun
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary → Cancun | 08-01 to 20-01-2025 | $ 268 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 10-01 to 18-01-2025 | $ 304 | layover flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 13-01 to 27-01-2025 | $ 292 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 17-01 to 24-01-2025 | $ 362 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 10-02 to 14-02-2025 | $ 280 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 03-03 to 21-03-2025 | $ 320 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 12-03 to 28-03-2025 | $ 337 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 04-04 to 11-04-2025 | $ 275 | direct flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 07-04 to 15-04-2025 | $ 364 | layover flight with flair airlines |
| Calgary → Cancun | 16-04 to 21-04-2025 | $ 330 | direct flight with flair airlines |
When to book your flight Calgary - Cancun to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 3 to 4 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Calgary-Cancun flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a thursday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Calgary to Cancun, it is recommended to buy it 3 to 4 months before departure (it is then on average 531 $, which is a saving of 35 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (241 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Calgary to Cancun flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 364 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 392), 4 to 5 months ($ 469), 5 to 6 months ($ 467), 6 to 7 months ($ 478) |
| February | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 432 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 564), 3 to 4 months ($ 482), 4 to 5 months ($ 552), 5 to 6 months ($ 553), 6 to 7 months ($ 529), 7 to 8 months ($ 514), 8 to 9 months ($ 546) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 440 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 469), 4 to 5 months ($ 469), 5 to 6 months ($ 527), 6 to 7 months ($ 532), 7 to 8 months ($ 556) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 444 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 475), 5 to 6 months ($ 476), 6 to 7 months ($ 477), 7 to 8 months ($ 501) |
| May | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 542 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 591), 5 to 6 months ($ 558), 7 to 8 months ($ 562), 8 to 9 months ($ 600), 9 to 10 months ($ 628) |
| June | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 471 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 502), 4 to 5 months ($ 480), 5 to 6 months ($ 483), 6 to 7 months ($ 496) |
| July | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 501 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 529), 5 to 6 months ($ 546) |
| August | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 483 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 555), 2 to 3 months ($ 553), 3 to 4 months ($ 564), 4 to 5 months ($ 570), 5 to 6 months ($ 554), 6 to 7 months ($ 506), 8 to 9 months ($ 582) |
| September | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 423 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 451), 4 to 5 months ($ 470), 5 to 6 months ($ 459), 6 to 7 months ($ 459), 7 to 8 months ($ 440), 8 to 9 months ($ 448) |
| October | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 536 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 541), 3 to 4 months ($ 547), 4 to 5 months ($ 562), 5 to 6 months ($ 551), 9 to 10 months ($ 585) |
| November | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 518 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 562), 5 to 6 months ($ 584), 6 to 7 months ($ 576), 7 to 8 months ($ 566), 8 to 9 months ($ 586), 10 to 11 months ($ 584) |
| December | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 481 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 531), 2 to 3 months ($ 537), 3 to 4 months ($ 603), 4 to 5 months ($ 586), 5 to 6 months ($ 600) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, thursday is the day when plane tickets for Calgary->Cancun are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a thursday, you will save $4. Conversely, by buying it on a saturday, you may end up paying $5 more.
Calgary to Cancun: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 486 $348 to $593 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 536 $380 to $1371 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 453 $268 to $794 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 680 $280 to $1039 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 563 $320 to $1195 | high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 462 $265 to $862 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 685 $444 to $1094 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 679 $651 to $727 | very high price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 771 $540 to $826 | very high price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 710 $513 to $821 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 830 $713 to $976 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, november, december, january and april are cheaper to travel to Cancun. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!