Synonymous with tropical beaches, spring break parties and all-inclusive hotels, Cancun is one of the top vacation destinations in Mexico. Located in the south east of the country on the coast, the city enjoys a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. As you’d expect, the dry season is the most popular time to visit the city, which is why you’ll find most deals on cheap flights to Cancun available during the wet season, when there are less tourists vacationing in the city.
Cancun’s wet season lasts from May until October, whilst the dry season runs from November to April. In spite of the increase in rainfall, the wet season is actually hotter than the dry season, which can make it a preferable time to visitors who fancy their chances. If the possibility of a tropical storm making an appearance during your vacation doesn’t faze you, you can bag some super value low-cost flights to Cancun if you travel between May and October.
Whatever the weather, you’re sure to find plenty of things to see and do during your vacation in Cancun. If you’re just here to party, you’ll find all you need at the city’s numerous picture-perfect sandy beaches, immense number of high-octane nightclubs and luxury all-inclusive resorts which are surprisingly affordable. On the other hand, if you’re here to see the sights, you can visit the nearby Chichen Itza, the beautiful Isla Mujeres and the fascinating El Rey Ruins.
If you do take advantage of budget flights to Cancun between May and October and suffer from a bout of bad weather, there are plenty of indoor activities available to enjoy within the city, too. The Interactive Aquarium, the family-friendly shows performed by Backstage along the Blvd. Kukulkan and the action-packed Pirates Mini Golf provide hours of fun for everyone to enjoy, whilst the partially-indoor Museo Maya de Cancun, Museo Sensorial del Tequila and Museo de Arte Popular Mexicano are ideal for travelers who want to learn more about the city and its people.