SkyTeam members Air France and Delta offer business class flights from Madrid and Lisbon to Cancún in Mexico starting at €1,279 only available today. The fare includes a checked bag of 32 kilograms. This is a business class light fare, that does not include lounge access. The cheapest fare including lounge access and a second bag is available for €100 per direction.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Air France with your selected flight dates.
Most flights are operated by Air France with a stop in Paris. The leg between the Iberian Peninsula and Amsterdam would be on an Airbus A320 family plane with the typical Euro business cabin. Then you would fly Air France’s Boeing 777-300s, which have a 1-2-1 reverse herringbone layout.
For roughly €50 more, you can also fly Delta Air Lines’ Boeing 767 nonstop from Madrid or Lisbon to New York, then continue onward to Mexico in Domestic First Class. Remember that you need to temporarily immigrate to the USA if you pick this itinerary.
If you’re travelling to North America, Delta is surely not a bad choice, especially if the route is operated with an Airbus plane. The seats in the Boeing 767 are good, but already quite old. The seats in the A330 and especially the A350, however, are on an extremely high level. All A330neo and A350 planes already have the Suite seats installed, which offer maximum privacy.
Let’s start with the negatives: Not only is Air France’s service usually below average (especially between meals), but their Business Light fare makes things even worse. Only 1 piece of luggage is included, and lounge access costs extra (except on flights to the US). On a positive note, almost all of their planes are equipped with a modern 1-2-1 business class by now.
Search & Book
The fare rules state no sales or travel period. There is a minimum stay of a Saturday night or 6 days. There is decent availability between January and March 2024.
We recommend using our calendar above that will show you availabilities. Once you selected your dates, it will forward you to Air France’ website . We recommend booking on the airline’s website. You can also use Google Flights (instructions) to search for dates and then book your flights via our Go2 browser extension.
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.
Mileage
All airlines issue tickets in booking class Z, however, the mileage differs depending on whether you book your flights on KLM or Delta. This is what a flight from Lisbon booked on Air France, transferring in CDG both ways, would earn you:
- 24,080 Award Miles + 240 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 24,080 RDM + 3,612 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 18,062 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 15,268 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 15,050 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 15,050 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 15,050 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 15,050 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 15,050 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 15,050 Miles on GOL Aéreos Smiles
- 15,050 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 15,050 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 15,050 Award Miles on Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
- 15,050 Miles on ITA Volare
- 15,050 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 12,040 Points on Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- 4,624 Award Miles + 102 XP on Flying Blue
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You can calculate the earnings of your flight using our mileage calculator:
Destination
Hotel prices in Cancún usually start at roughly €50, depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
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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