8 Tips to Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Cancun
Follow these 8 tips from Hopper to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to Cancun and you could save up to $386 per round-trip ticket!
Hopper Editors - Thu Oct 26 2017
The beaches of Cancun provide a refreshing escape to Philadelphia locals hoping to get some sun, especially during the winter months. Margaritas, swimming with the dolphins and ocean kayaking are just a few of the perks that this Mexican destination offers visitors. Not only does Cancun have exotic appeal (and some rather cute animals), a non-stop flight from Philadelphia to Cancun is less than four hours, which is shorter than lots of domestic flights. The popular North American tourist destination also offers affordable pricing on all-inclusive resorts. With Hopper’s tips on how to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to Cancun, that same affordable pricing can be found for booking your flight as well.
1. The cheapest time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cancun is 30 days in advance, saving up to $200
Planning ahead can really help you save if you’re booking a flight from Philadelphia to Cancun. If you book your trip at least 30 days in advance, that savings can be as much as $200. Planning that far in advance also allows plenty of time to prepare for the trip. Take your time finding the right swimming suit or pair of shades or booking the best day trip, and it’s almost guaranteed that your trip will be well worth the wait.
2. The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Cancun is before September, saving up to $100
Tickets from Philadelphia to Cancun tend to be cheaper earlier in the year before the holiday season begins. Colder weather and holiday vacay time off work during November and December make these months the most popular to visit Cancun. However, flight prices can be up to $100 less if you book before September. That’s perfect for travelers looking to travel in the spring or summer. In fact, the absolute cheapest month to fly is July — the best time for families with children on summer break.
3. The cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Cancun is on a Monday, saving up to $27
Start your vacation week off right by flying to Cancun on a Monday. The decision to do so can save you up to $27. The savings isn’t a crazy amount, but it’s well worth it if you need to pick a day to leave for a week or two. It’s about the same as a couple rounds of margaritas at a local Cancun bar. If Mondays are difficult for your schedule, however, the $27 extra will certainly not break the bank.
4. Save up to $31 by returning on a Wednesday
Similarly, deciding to return on a Wednesday can save you up to $31. While not a huge savings, that money could be used towards a Subsee Paradise tour in a glass-bottom ship, a reasonably priced and very low-key way to see some of Cancun’s most exciting underwater attractions. The 35-minute tour takes travelers to see the coral reefs, schools of fish and sea turtles. Lucky tourists may even see a shark or two.
5. The cheapest day to buy a flight from Philadelphia to Cancun is on a Thursday, saving up to $28
Take some time out of your busy work week and book your trip on a Thursday. Doing so can save you up to $28. That little amount of effort can be used towards a kayaking excursion in the ocean. Several resorts offer the experience for free; however, tour operators also offer the kayaking opportunity at low rates.
6. Frontier has the cheapest direct flights from Philadelphia to Cancun
Frontier offers the best deals on direct flights from Philadelphia to Cancun. Tickets average about $305 for the four-hour flight. However, It's worth noting that Frontier charges steep extra fees for things like carry-on luggage and checked bags. Still, if you travel light, Frontier should be around $100 cheaper than any other airline on the route.
Airlines offering direct flights from Philadelphia to Cancun:- Frontier makes the journey in 4 hours for $305 round trip, on average.- US Airways makes the journey in 4 hours for $553 round trip, on average.
Airlines offering connecting flights from Philadelphia to Cancun:- Air Canada makes the journey in 7.75 hours for $446 round trip, on average.- Delta makes the journey in 6.5 hours for $454 round trip, on average.- American Airlines makes the journey in 9 hours for $536 round trip, on average.- United makes the journey in 8 hours for $562 round trip, on average.
7. Check out Hopper’s When to Fly and Buy Reports for up-to-date information
Travelers looking for the best deal on a Philadelphia-to-Cancun flight should visit Hopper’s When to Fly and Buy Reports. All you have to do is search the specific route and specific dates to find the best deals on specific airlines. The report is based on about 2,495,985 round-trip flight prices from searches made each month. If you don’t have much time to do a thorough search, however, you can also create a price alert, which will send you an email when prices for the specific route get cheaper.
8. Take a look at Hopper's Airline Fees Calculator to get the real cost of your ticket
Most airlines these days don’t even offer travelers an in-flight snack, let alone complimentary checked luggage. That’s why Hopper created its Airline Fees Calculator to help customers calculate the true cost of their flights. The calculator charts the individual airline ticket prices as well as their fees, helping customers visualize exactly where their travel money is going. For instance, airlines such as Frontier and Spirit require customers to pay for any carry-on luggage, adding anywhere between $25 and $100 depending on how much luggage is being taken.
Keep in mind that a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Cancun is about $533 round trip
For those travelers spending hours searching for flights, remember that a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Cancun is $533. The cheapest round-trip flights in the last six months were priced from $333 for flights without stops. Some ticket hunters found prices as low as $202 during a fare sale. If you want to be one of them, set up a Hopper price alert to help you find the least expensive fares.