How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?

On average, it takes 1h 45m to fly from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya if you fly out of Edinburgh (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Copenhagen (the most popular airport in Riviera Maya). If you’re flying out of Birmingham and into Copenhagen, then the flight time is around 1h 45m.

Which airlines fly to Riviera Maya?

TUI Airways, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Riviera Maya from United Kingdom according to our data. TUI Airways is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Riviera Maya. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Riviera Maya on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya on average per week?

As of July 2026, 6 flights take off from United Kingdom and land in Riviera Maya each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?

Air Europa, British Airways, and Avianca are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?

There are 15 operators available for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riviera Maya?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Riviera Maya trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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09:55 - 14:05

MAN

CUN

10h 10mdirect

16:05 - 07:20

CUN

MAN

9h 15mdirect

£475TUI Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

10:00 - 18:40

LGW

CUN

14h 40m

1 stop

20:40 - 16:25

CUN

LGW

13h 45m

1 stop

£514Air Europa

Sun, 30 Aug - Sat, 12 Sep

08:40 - 18:45

STN

CUN

16h 05m

1 stop

19:15 - 07:50

CUN

STN

30h 35m

2 stops

£520Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

13:25 - 17:55

LGW

CUN

10h 30mdirect

19:45 - 11:15

CUN

LGW

9h 30mdirect

£531British Airways

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

17:05 - 15:05

LHR

CUN

27h 00m

1 stop

21:20 - 11:25

CUN

LHR

9h 05mdirect

£559Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

17:50 - 15:05

LHR

CUN

26h 15m

1 stop

21:20 - 11:25

CUN

LHR

9h 05mdirect

£561Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

18:00 - 11:45

LHR

CZM

22h 45m

1 stop

14:55 - 08:05

CZM

LHR

36h 10m

2 stops

£910Air Canada

Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 25 Jan

18:00 - 11:45

LHR

CZM

22h 45m

1 stop

12:50 - 08:30

CZM

LHR

14h 40m

1 stop

£913Air Canada

Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 27 Jan

07:25 - 14:42

LHR

CZM

37h 17m

2 stops

15:52 - 11:35

CZM

LHR

13h 43m

1 stop

£914United Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

09:30 - 15:42

LHR

CZM

35h 12m

2 stops

16:50 - 07:40

CZM

LHR

33h 50m

1 stop

£915United Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

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TUI Airways flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya

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TUI Airways

15 Sept

MAN09:55Manchester

10h 10m

CUN14:05Cancun

22 Sept

CUN16:05Cancun

9h 15m

MAN07:20Manchester

£475

TUI Airways

30 Aug

MAN10:35Manchester

10h 10m

CUN14:45Cancun

13 Sept

CUN17:40Cancun

9h 15m

MAN08:55Manchester

£521

TUI Airways

14 Dec

LGW09:00London Gatwick

11h 00m

CUN15:00Cancun

24 Dec

CUN17:00Cancun

9h 10m

LGW07:10London Gatwick

£523

Air Europa flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya

Our best Air Europa deals on United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flight tickets

Air Europa

30 Aug

LGW10:00London Gatwick

14h 40m

1 stop

CUN18:40Cancun

12 Sept

CUN20:40Cancun

13h 45m

1 stop

LGW16:25London Gatwick

£514

Air Europa

30 Aug

LGW10:00London Gatwick

14h 40m

1 stop

CUN18:40Cancun

13 Sept

CUN20:40Cancun

13h 45m

1 stop

LGW16:25London Gatwick

£566

Air Europa

24 Jul

LGW10:00London Gatwick

14h 40m

1 stop

CUN18:40Cancun

11 Aug

CUN20:40Cancun

13h 45m

1 stop

LGW16:25London Gatwick

£801

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Tue 15/9

09:55-14:05

Nonstop10h 10m

Cancun

Tue 22/9

16:05-07:20

Nonstop9h 15m

£475

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LGW - CUN

LGWCUN

London Gatwick

Sun 30/8

10:00-18:40

1 stop14h 40m

Cancun

Sat 12/9

20:40-16:25

1 stop13h 45m

£514

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STN - CUN

STNCUN

London Stansted

Fri 18/9

08:40-18:45

1 stop16h 05m

Cancun

Sat 26/9

19:15-07:50

2 stops30h 35m

£520

LondonCancún

LGW - CUN

LGWCUN

London Gatwick

Sun 30/8

13:25-17:55

Nonstop10h 30m

Cancun

Sun 13/9

19:45-11:15

Nonstop9h 30m

£531

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LHR - CUN

LHRCUN

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

17:05-15:05

1 stop27h 00m

Cancun

Fri 27/11

21:20-11:25

Nonstop9h 05m

£559

LondonCancún

LHR - CUN

LHRCUN

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

17:50-15:05

1 stop26h 15m

Cancun

Sun 29/11

21:20-11:25

Nonstop9h 05m

£561

LondonCozumel

LHR - CZM

LHRCZM

London Heathrow

Tue 8/12

18:00-11:45

1 stop22h 45m

Cozumel Intl

Mon 25/1

14:55-08:05

2 stops36h 10m

£910

LondonCozumel

LHR - CZM

LHRCZM

London Heathrow

Tue 8/12

18:00-11:45

1 stop22h 45m

Cozumel Intl

Wed 27/1

12:50-08:30

1 stop14h 40m

£913

LondonCozumel

LHR - CZM

LHRCZM

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

07:25-14:42

2 stops37h 17m

Cozumel Intl

Tue 8/9

15:52-11:35

1 stop13h 43m

£914

LondonCozumel

LHR - CZM

LHRCZM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

09:30-15:42

2 stops35h 12m

Cozumel Intl

Sun 8/11

16:50-07:40

1 stop33h 50m

£915

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Riviera Maya?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Riviera Maya from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £541. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Riviera Maya from United Kingdom during September instead. Flights to Riviera Maya in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around £570.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Riviera Maya?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Riviera Maya. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £544. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya for around £810.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Riviera Maya?

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Riviera Maya in the morning for as low as £665. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £701. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Riviera Maya?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Riviera Maya from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Riviera Maya for around £677 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Riviera Maya from United Kingdom for as low as £490 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United Kingdom to Riviera Maya flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between United Kingdom to Riviera Maya.

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Fastest flight time	9h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Riviera Maya	3 airports

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya takes 9h 55m

Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya every day.

There are 3 airports in Riviera Maya. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Cancun (CUN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United Kingdom to Riviera Maya

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?
There are 15 operators available for flights from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riviera Maya?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Riviera Maya trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 17.58% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-1000 at 14.16%, Boeing 777 at 11.80%, and Airbus A321neo at 8.19%.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Riviera Maya

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
TUI Airways	PriceFrom £241	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search TUI Airways flights
Air Europa	PriceFrom £252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 629 reviews	Search Air Europa flights
KLM	PriceFrom £254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,541 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £444	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,125 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,673 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £458	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 693 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £461	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,360 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,823 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £493	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,148 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom £496	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 566 reviews	Search Air Transat flights

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