[Expired] [Deal Alert] Spirit Flights to Cancun From $79 One-Way

Updated: October 21, 2024, 12:38pm CDT

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Fare Deal — The Details
How To Book
Final Thoughts

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Spirit Airlines is celebrating its 20th anniversary of serving Cancun (CUN) by offering one-way flights starting at just $79 from the U.S. airports it serves.

This is a limited-time deal, so let’s dive right in!

Fare Deal — The Details

Finding affordable flights to Cancun during the winter and near spring break can be quite uncommon. If you’re looking to soak up some rays, it’s best to act fast and grab this deal.

Class: Economy
Route: Major U.S. airports to Cancun (CUN)
Dates: February 7 to March 6, 2024
Rates: As low as $79 one-way

Spirit offers flights to Cancun from the following U.S. airports:

Baltimore (BWI)
Chicago (ORD)
Dallas (DFW)
Detroit (DTW)
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Houston (IAH)
Orlando (MCO)
New Orleans (MSY)
Philadelphia (PHL)

Additionally, the airline will begin service to Tulum (TQO) this spring.

The fares are valid for travel between February 7 and March 6, 2024, making them perfect for a getaway from the cold weather, especially if you’re on the East Coast or Midwest.

Spirit ORD CUN deal — Image Credit: Spirit.com

Search for dates that suit your travel plans and then book directly with Spirit Airlines. Remember that Spirit is an ultra-low-cost airline, so ancillary services like carry-on and checked baggage, preferred seating, and even onboard meals cost an extra fee. Take a look at our guide to avoiding paying baggage fees on Spirit!

Hot Tip:

Spirit is also offering Free Spirit loyal program members 1,500 bonus points on roundtrip flights and 750 points on one-way flights to and from Cancun. Make sure to book by March 15, 2024, and fly by April 30, 2024.

How To Book

The fares are valid between February 7 and March 6, 2024. Most airports have the $79 fares, except Philadelphia ($89), Detroit ($99), and Baltimore ($129).

After you’ve picked your flights, it’s essential to book your ticket with a credit card that rewards for flights, general travel purchases, or consider the Free Spirit^® Travel More World Elite Mastercard^® if you fly often with Spirit Airlines.

Here are some of the best travel cards out right now:

Platinum Card^® from American Express: 5x Membership Rewards points on flights booked directly with the airline or through AmexTravel.com (capped at $500,000 spent in purchases per calendar year, then 1x points)
The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express: 5x Membership Rewards points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com
Chase Sapphire Reserve^®: 8x Ultimate Rewards points on all purchases through Chase Travel; 4x points on flights and hotels booked directly
Chase Sapphire Preferred^® Card: 5x Ultimate Rewards points on flights booked through Chase Travel; 2x points on all other travel purchases

Final Thoughts

This is a solid deal for Cancun, which typically sees a bump in price during the spring break travel season. Just don’t forget to factor in the cost of extra luggage and seating before booking your flight to Cancun!