Cancun, Mexico: €1,352 Air Europa Business Class from Amsterdam & Brussels

SkyTeam carrier Air Europa currently offers discounted business class tickets with departure from Amsterdam and Brussels to Cancun, Mexico. You can cross the Atlantic twice in a lie-flat-seat for just €1,351. A change of planes in Madrid is necessary both ways.

You can use our Go2-tool to search for suiting flight dates. It will forward you to Skyscanner, where you can pick either the cheapest online travel agency or proceed to Air Europa’s website, where prices are roughly €50 higher. These flights are available on Thursdays between November 2024 and March 2025.

During the same travel period, Star Alliance member Air Portugal offers discounted premium roundtrips to Cancun, as well:

Cancún, Mexico: TAP Business Class from 10 European Cities Starting at €1,144 (Incl. Non-Stop from Lisbon)

Air Europa uses its Boeing 787-8 fleet for flights between Madrid and Cancun. These planes feature lie-flat-seats in a 2-2-2 seating pattern up front. Flights between Brussels and Madrid are Boeing 737-800 services, with European business class (regular 3-3 seating with an empty middle seat and better catering. These planes also operate some flights between Amsterdam and Madrid.

When departing from the Dutch capital, you have a decent chance to start your journey in a lie-flat-seat, as well. The early morning departure UX 1098 is commonly operated by Boeing 787. However, the plane leaves Madrid too early to make a connection from Cancun on the inbound.

Search & Book

We cannot tell you anything about the sales period for these flights.

Because neither Google Flights nor the ITA Matrix previews possible flight dates reliably, you have to resort to trial and error when finding these flights. We have been able to confirm the following flight dates (there might be more):

During the winter, Air Europa operates flights to Cancun on Thursdays.

Feel free to enter these dates in our Go2 tool above, on Skyscanner or on Air Europa’s website. Even if the price is a little higher, purchasing tickets directly from the airline has advantages:

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Miles & Points

Air Europa issues these tickets in booking class O. Only Air Europa Zuma members can earn miles and points with these tickets:

Destination

Information & Tips for Cancún

Cancún, located on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, is known for its beaches, resorts, and nearby Mayan ruins like Chichén Itzá and Tulum. The local currency is the Mexican peso (MXN), though U.S. dollars are accepted in many tourist areas. Prices vary—restaurants and hotels in the Hotel Zone can be expensive, while downtown is generally more affordable. The weather is hot and humid year-round, with a dry season from November to April and a rainy season with possible hurricanes from June to October.

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Information & Tips for Mexico

Mexico offers diverse attractions such as the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza, the beaches of Cancún and Playa del Carmen, and vibrant cities like Mexico City and Guadalajara. The currency is the Mexican peso (MXN), and credit cards are widely accepted, though cash is useful in smaller towns. Prices are generally affordable, with a wide range depending on location and type of service. The climate varies from tropical along the coasts to more temperate inland, with the dry season from November to April being the most popular time to visit.

Mexico’s transport infrastructure varies widely. In major cities like Mexico City, public transit includes a large metro system, buses, and taxis, though congestion and safety concerns can be issues. Ride-hailing apps are popular in urban areas. Between cities, long-distance buses are common, affordable, and cover most routes, while domestic flights offer faster but more expensive options. Road conditions outside major highways can be uneven, and travel times may be long.

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