Last updated on January 17th, 2023 at 06:56 pm
We will write how to get from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone. The distance from Cancun International Airport to Hotel Zone is 23 kilometers. Click here to book online Cancun activities and day tours
The travel time by taxi from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone is around 25 minutes. The taxi fare from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone will be around 600 MXN which is $25-30 USD depending on your final destination. Read here how to get from Cancun airport to Cancun city center
The cheapest way from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone is by bus for 115 MXN which is $6 USD. The bus travel time from Cancun airport to Cancun Hotel Zone is around 1 hour since you have to take two buses from the airport first and from Cancun to Hotel Zone.
You can also rent a car in Cancun airport or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi around $25-30 USD same price like Uber or similar apps in Cancun.
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WHERE TO STAY IN CANCUN
A total of $20 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Cancun. There are hotels mid- budget for $50-70 USD and you can find luxury accommodation starting from $120 USD.
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CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE
ADO BUS FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone is by bus. There is no direct bus from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone.
You will have to take two buses to get to the Hotel Zone. First an ADO Bus from Cancun airport and later Bus R1 or Bus R2 going from Cancun to Hotel Zone.
The Ado Buses are leaving from Cancun airport to Cancun ADO Bus Terminal 40 minutes starting from 8 30 am to 11 10 pm. The ADO Bus fare from Cancun airport to Cancun ADO Bus Terminal is 100 MXN which is $5 USD. You can pay by cash at the ticket counter and you can also book online.
The ADO Buses are leaving from the Arrivals Hall at Cancun airport. From Cancun ADO Bus Terminal you can take Bus R1 or Bus R2 going from Cancun to Hotel Zone.
Bus R1 Or Bus R2 From Cancun to Hotel Zone
You will have to walk to get Bus R1 or Bus R2 going from Boulevard Kukulcan to Hotel Zone. The R-1 and R-2 public buses are leaving from Cancun Bus Terminal to Hotel Zone. Check Bus R1 and Bus R2 schedules and routes!
R-1 and R-2 bus fare from Cancun to Hotel Zone is 12-15 MXN which is half of USD and the travel time is around 15-20 minutes.
SHARED VAN FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE (BEST WAY)
The best way from Cancun airport to the Hotel Zone is by shared van. You can go by shared van from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone. If you are traveling alone it can be a great idea.
The van fare from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone is $7 USD per person and can book online. The vans are leaving the airport every hour from Cancun airport and when they are full after the flights are coming.
The travel time by shared van from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone will be around 30 minutes and they will drive you to your hotel same service as a taxi but for a cheaper price.
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BY TAXI FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO THE HOTEL ZONE
If you go from Cancun airport to Cancun Hotel Zone by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Cancun airport to Hotel Zone is around 25 minutes.
The taxi fare from Cancun Airport to Hotel Zone is around 600 MXN which is $25-30 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.
UBER FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE
If you are ordering Uber in Cancun you should know that prices are similar to taxis and even more expensive. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pick-up point in the airport. Expect to pay around $25-30 USD depending on your destination and time of the day from Cancun Airport to Hotel Zone.
Uber isn’t allowed to operate in Cancun airport. Maybe you will have to wait in a different place so you will have to go outside, that’s why we don’t recommend this option!
CAR RENTAL AT CANCUN AIRPORT
There are many options for renting a car at Cancun’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Cancun. It will take you 25 minutes to get to Cancun from the airport in a private car. A few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Centauro are available in the airport. Prices are around €30 per day.
Car rental options can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Cancun. Make sure you have a parking place in your hotel or Airbnb since sometimes can be so challenging in Cancun.
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PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE
Hotel transfers are also straightforward and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and want comfort after your flight to Cancun.
Prices are around $20-30 USD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $5–7 USD per person.
BEST WAY FROM CANCUN AIRPORT TO HOTEL ZONE
The best way from Cancun Airport to Hotel Zone is getting by bus if you are traveling on a budget for $6 USD but you will have to take two buses and it will take one hour travel time to get to Hotel Zone from Cancun airport.
If you wish the comfort for a cheaper price a taxi-shared van transfer for only $7 USD will drive you directly to your hotel in just 25-30 minutes travel time.
If you are traveling with more people you can try to get Uber or similar apps from Cancun airport. Also private transportation if you book online in advance can get cheaper than Uber or a taxi depending on how many people are joining.
ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN CANCUN
A total of $20 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Cancun. There are hotels mid-budget $50-70 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $120 USD.
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BEST TIME TO VISIT IN CANCUN
There is 2 seasons dry and wet season. The rainy season starts in May. The best time to visit Cancun is from the months of November to April because it is the month of the dry season.
However, lots of tourists prefer to travel from January to March since it’s not peak season but it can be rainy for a few days.
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CASH IN MEXICO
Mexico has its own currency called the Mexican Peso. A $1 USD=19 MXN. There are lots of ATMs and exchange currency in many parts of the country. And you have to know that dollars are very common and well-accepted in the country.
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