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More U.S. airlines fly directly to Cancun than any other Mexican vacation destination, so it’s not surprising that new flights are being added all the time.
One of the airlines with the most flights to the sunny getaway hotspot is American Airlines, which offers flights from multiple cities.
Now this popular airline just added three new flights from three major U.S. cities to Cancun, giving American travelers even more options.
New Year New Cancun Flights From American Airlines
American Airlines is starting off the new year with new flights to one of the most popular tropical vacation destinations in the world, Cancun.
These new direct flights will depart from three major U.S. cities: Nashville, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh.
In a statement made when the new flights were announced, American Airlines said that they are “ready to help customers escape winter weather with more flights than any other U.S. carrier to the white sand beaches, impressive archaeological sites and vibrant culture of Cancun.”
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Other U.S. Cities American Airlines Flies Direct To Cancun From
The newest addition of flights to Cancun from American Airlines brings the total of direct flights offered by the carrier to 18.
It’s important to note that some of these flights are seasonal.
The other U.S. cities with flights to Cancun that are available from American Airlines right now include:
- Austin
- Boston
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Columbus
- Dallas-Fort Worth
- Indianapolis
- Kansas City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York City
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Raleigh/Durham
- St. Louis
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Overall Connectivity Between The U.S. And Cancun
American Airlines is not the only airline to offer direct flights to Cancun.
A total of 10 other airlines also fly nonstop to the sunny tropical destination.
Between all of these airlines, there are direct flights between Cancun and 41 U.S. cities.
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Other Airlines That Offer Direct Flights To Cancun From The U.S.
There are hundreds of flights between Cancun and the U.S. each week offered by these 11 airlines.
The ones that offer the most flights are American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.
The other eight airlines with direct flights to Cancun are:
- LATAM
- VivaAerobus
- Alaska
- Delta
- JetBlue
- Spirit Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
- United Airlines
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Why Americans Love Cancun
There are several reasons for Cancun being such a popular choice for American travelers looking for a tropical beach vacation destination.
One is that the geographic location allows tourists from many states to get to Cancun in a matter of a few hours.
Another is the fact that U.S. currency is widely accepted, and English is widely spoken as well.
The biggest reason Americans love Cancun, though, is the stunning white sand beaches with their crystal-clear aqua-blue waters.
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Why 2024 Is An Even Better Year To Visit Cancun Than Last Year
Cancun has been steadily growing in popularity over the last several years, but it’s about to get even more popular.
If you’re one of the lucky ones to visit the destination this year, you’ll be among the first tourists to get to ride on the new Maya Train.
This means that once you land in Cancun, you’ll be able to add multiple exciting destinations to your itinerary and be able to travel to them faster, easier, and cheaper than ever before.
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Best Way To Get From The Airport To Your Hotel
If you won’t be hopping on the Maya Train to travel to another destination upon arriving at the airport, you’ll need transportation to your hotel.
Private transportation is your best option.
It’s best to book it in advance to avoid higher prices and having to wait when what you really want to do is get your Cancun vacation going.
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