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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 522
Typical prices: C$ 612-C$ 924
Air Canada
Fri 7/12Fri 14/12
YQB - CUN • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 558
Typical prices: C$ 708-C$ 994
Air Transat
Sat 3/11Sat 10/11
YQB - CUN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air Transat, WestJet, and Air Canada. Average duration is 5h 02m
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 486 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Québec City to Cancún (YQB-CUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Québec City to Cancún

Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Air Canada Logo
5:55 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
14h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
8:50 p.m. - 9:31 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
12h 41m2 stops Ottawa Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 522Air Canada
Sat, 5 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:55 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
11h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
10:30 a.m. - 10:46 p.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
12h 16m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 526Air Canada
Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
24h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 a.m. - 10:36 p.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
11h 01m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 526Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar
United Airlines Logo
12:45 p.m. - 10:25 a.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
22h 40m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
11:36 a.m. - 11:48 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
23h 12m2 stops Cleveland Hopkins Intl Newark
C$ 527United Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
United Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
10h 55m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:23 a.m. - 10:47 p.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
14h 24m1 stop Newark
C$ 529United Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
American Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
24h 55m2 stops Philadelphia Miami
American Airlines Logo
5:34 p.m. - 10:24 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
40h 50m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
C$ 531American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
American Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
25h 05m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:34 p.m. - 10:24 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
40h 50m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
C$ 531American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
24h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 p.m. - 9:31 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
18h 31m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 531Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Air Transat Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
4h 35mdirect
Air Transat Logo
11:55 p.m. - 4:25 a.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
4h 30mdirect
C$ 558Air Transat
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Air Transat Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YQB  Québec City-CUN Cancun
4h 35mdirect
Air Transat Logo
12:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.CUN  Cancun-YQB Québec City
4h 30mdirect
C$ 573Air Transat
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Québec City to Cancún flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Québec City to Cancún with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Québec City to Cancún?

Round-trip flights from Québec City to Cancún start at C$ 522. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 612 to C$ 924. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 522 on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Cancún?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Cancún and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Cancún?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Cancún at C$ 589 round-trip.
•December (C$ 907) and February (C$ 882) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Québec City to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Québec City to Cancún are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Québec City to Cancún

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Air Transat

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YQB

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

Key details for Québec City to Cancún flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 243
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
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Your Québec City to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Québec City to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Québec City to Cancún flights:

    • Air Transat: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Québec City to Cancún?

    3 airlines operate flights between Québec City and Cancún. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Transat
    • WestJet
    • Air Canada

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Québec City to Cancún?

    Flights from Québec City to Cancún usually depart from Québec City (YQB) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Québec City to Cancún flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Québec City to Cancún:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Québec City to Cancún?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 486 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to C$ 840 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 54–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Transat and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Québec City to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Québec City to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Québec City to Cancún route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 649 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 865, a difference of C$ 217. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Québec City to Cancún?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Québec City to Cancún route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Québec City to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Québec City to Cancún flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cancún?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Mercado 28, Playa Tortugas, and Playa Delfines. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Québec City to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:25 am and lands at 10:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 11:32 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 02m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Québec City to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 5% below the route average of C$ 753. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long does a flight from Québec City to Cancún take?

    A direct flight from Québec City to Cancún takes 5h 02m, covering 5,126 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Québec City to Cancún?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Québec City to Cancún changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 522 to C$ 2,020. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Québec City to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Québec City to Cancún are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 271, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air Transat's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Québec City to Cancún flights?

    Air Transat is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while WestJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Québec City to Cancún flights are:

    • Air Transat: 89% on time
    • WestJet: 79% on time
    • Air Canada: 76% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Québec City to Cancún?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Québec City to Cancún?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 24m, compared with 8h 47m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 9h 04m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Québec City and Cancún?

    Cancún is 1 hour behind Québec City (Eastern Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cancun Airport (CUN)?

    Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Hertz
    • America Car Rental
    • Budget
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Québec City to Cancún flight?

    Round-trip flights from Québec City to Cancún range from C$ 612 to C$ 924, with an average of C$ 753 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 612 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Québec City to Cancún flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Québec City to Cancún route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Québec City to Cancún flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 649 – about C$ 217 less than Thursday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Québec City to Cancún trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 589 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 319 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Air Transat is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of Air Transat flights from Québec City to Cancún arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours5 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 486 round-trip on this route – about C$ 355 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cancun Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport
    - Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport
    - City Express by Marriott Cancun Aeropuerto

Prefer to fly direct from Québec City to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Québec City Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Québec City to Cancun

Monday

Air Canada,Air Transat,WestJet

Air Canada,Air Transat, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Wednesday

Air Transat,Air Canada,WestJet

Air Transat,Air Canada, +1 more

Thursday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Friday

Air Transat,WestJet

Air Transat,WestJet

Saturday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Sunday

Air Transat,WestJet

Air Transat,WestJet

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Direct returns

Cancun to Québec City

Monday

Air Canada,Air Transat,WestJet

Air Canada,Air Transat, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Wednesday

Air Transat,Air Canada,WestJet

Air Transat,Air Canada, +1 more

Thursday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Friday

Air Transat,WestJet

Air Transat,WestJet

Saturday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Sunday

Air Transat,WestJet

Air Transat,WestJet

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