Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) is in Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán, just south of Oaxaca City. There are nonstop flights from Oaxaca to Cancun with Volaris, taking about 2 h 05 min to 2 h 15 min.
Quick facts (checked October 2026)
- Codes: IATA OAX · ICAO MMOX
- Location: in Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán, just south of Oaxaca City
- Terminals: 1 terminal
- Traffic: 1.9 million passengers (2025)
- Official website: www.asur.com.mx
- Distance to Cancun: 1,128 km (701 miles) in a straight line
- Nonstop to Cancun: Yes – about 2 h 05 min to 2 h 15 min
- Time difference: Cancun is 1 hour ahead of Oaxaca all year
Flights from Oaxaca to Cancun
| Airline | Season | Arrives at Cancun | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volaris | Year-round | Terminal 2 | About five flights a week |
Flight time is about 2 h 05 min to 2 h 15 min. Airlines change their schedules every season, so check current dates on the airline’s website and confirm your Cancun terminal on your boarding pass (Cancun Airport terminals).
On days without a nonstop, connect in Mexico City with Aeroméxico, Viva or Volaris.
Arriving at Cancun Airport
Flights from Oaxaca are domestic, so there is no immigration or customs check in Cancun – you collect your bags and are usually outside within 15–30 minutes. On the way out you pass the “shark tank” of timeshare sellers – if you have booked a transfer, go straight outside to meet your driver. See Cancun Airport arrivals for what to expect step by step, and check your flight on the live arrivals board.
| From Cancun Airport to | Drive time | Private transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| Cancun Hotel Zone | 20–30 min | 44 USD per vehicle |
| Playa del Carmen | 45–60 min | 89 USD per vehicle |
| Tulum | about 1 h 45 min | 165 USD per vehicle |
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About Oaxaca International Airport
Oaxaca’s airport is run by ASUR, the same group that operates Cancun Airport. Volaris, Viva and Aeroméxico fly domestic routes, and American and United connect it with Dallas and Houston.
Oaxaca to Cancun – FAQ
Is there a direct flight from Oaxaca to Cancun?
Yes. Volaris flies nonstop (October 2026); see the table above for seasons and frequency.
How long is the flight from Oaxaca to Cancun?
About 2 h 05 min to 2 h 15 min nonstop.
How far is Oaxaca from Cancun?
About 1,128 km (701 miles) in a straight line.
How do I get from Cancun Airport to my hotel?
A private transfer is the easiest option: from 44 USD to the Hotel Zone, 89 USD to Playa del Carmen and 165 USD to Tulum per vehicle. See Cancun Airport transportation.