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Arriving in Cancún
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Oct 12, 2026

Cancun Airport Traffic Fell 8.6% in September. What Does That Mean for Your Trip?

Airport operator ASUR released September 2026 results on October 7. Cancún airport counted 1,607,088 passenger movements, compared with 1,758,719 in September 2025: a decline of 151,631, or 8.6%. International traffic dropped 11.8%, from 962,546 to 848,775. Domestic traffic fell 4.8%, to 758,313. From January through September the airport handled 20,882,658 passengers, 5.9% less than during […]

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Cancún International Airport sign at sunset with an aircraft approaching overhead.
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Oct 6, 2026

Visitax at Cancún Airport: 285 or 550 Pesos?

## Quick answer Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo are required to pay Visitax. The confusing part in October 2026 is the amount some travelers are being asked to pay at Cancún International Airport. The Quintana Roo government said in December 2025 that the 2026 Visitax rate would remain **285 pesos**. On October 5, 2026, Por […]

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A coach-style airport transfer vehicle parked at a tropical terminal curbside.
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Sep 30, 2026

Cancún Airport to Playa del Carmen

Compare ADO buses, private transfers, hotel transportation, shared shuttles, taxis and rental cars from Cancún Airport to Playa del Carmen and nearby Riviera Maya resorts.

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Travelers meeting transportation outside an airport terminal on a sunny day.
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Sep 29, 2026

Cancún Airport Transportation Comparison

Compare private transfers, hotel transportation, shared shuttles, ADO buses, airport taxis, rental cars and app-based rides from Cancún International Airport. This guide explains which options provide door-to-door service, what trade-offs to expect and what to confirm before leaving the terminal.

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A coastal boulevard leading through Cancún’s Hotel Zone with ocean views.
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Sep 29, 2026

Cancún Airport to the Hotel Zone

Plan the trip from Cancún International Airport to a Hotel Zone hotel using a private transfer, hotel transportation, shared shuttle, ADO bus, airport taxi, rental car or app-based ride. The guide explains door-to-door service, fixed stops, pickup procedures and what to confirm before leaving the terminal.

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A traveler at the airport curbside reviewing arrival details before leaving the terminal.
Arriving in CancúnUpdated Sep 29, 2026

Common Cancún Airport Arrival Mistakes

Avoid the mistakes that commonly create confusion after landing in Cancún, from using the wrong terminal and leaving baggage claim too soon to buying duplicate transportation or waiting at the wrong pickup point.

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