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Cancún International Airport to Cancún — Transport Guide 2026

Cancún (CUN) is the second-busiest airport in Mexico. ADO buses are the most reliable + cheapest option to Hotel Zone and downtown. Only use authorized transfers — do not accept taxi offers inside the terminal.

CUN22 km to cityMXNLatin America

Last updated: 2026-07

Last verified: September 2026·By AirConnect Editorial·Fact-checked against Cancún International Airport authority + local transit operators + on-the-ground reports
Cheapest
ADO bus (from $6)
Fastest
Authorized taxi (~25 min)

Every transport option compared

ADO bus to downtown / Hotel Zone

bus · Best for: Budget + hotel access
Cost
MXN 120-260 ($6-13)
Time
30-45 min
Frequency
Every 30 min
Buy tickets at ADO kiosk in arrivals. Reliable + air-conditioned.

Shared shuttle van

shuttle · Best for: Groups + hotel drop-off
Cost
MXN 300-450 ($15-22)
Time
30-45 min
Frequency
On-demand
Pre-book online for best rates. Multiple stops.

Authorized airport taxi

taxi · Best for: Direct + comfort
Cost
MXN 800-1,200 ($40-60) fixed rate
Time
25-40 min
Frequency
On-demand
Buy voucher at authorized kiosk inside terminal. Uber officially banned at CUN.

Rental car

car rental · Best for: Riviera Maya exploration
Cost
$40-80/day
Time
25-40 min
Frequency
On-demand

Scam warning

Uber is banned at Cancún airport. Ignore drivers claiming to be Uber. Buy ADO bus tickets or authorized taxi voucher only from official kiosks.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Cancún (CUN)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Cancún International Airport from Cancún?
Cancún International Airport (CUN) is 22 km from Cancún city centre.
What is the cheapest way from CUN to Cancún?
ADO bus (from $6)
What is the fastest way from CUN to Cancún?
Authorized taxi (~25 min)