The airport you land in and leave from on your vacation to Mexico can either make a vacation easier or more stressful in the long run. The good news is that knowledge is a powerful weapon, and we can give you hints and tips to help you navigate Cancun Airport when embarking on your next vacation to Mexico.

Arrival at Cancun Airport

Upon arrival at Cancun airport on your vacation to Mexico you’ll find that you must cross from the plane to the terminal in the open air. The heat when you arrive to Cancun is noticeable anytime of the year and so we would recommend that you wear layers, especially if you’re coming from a colder climate, so that you can remove some clothes when the heat hits you. The heat in Cancun can be intense, even at night, so no matter what time you arrive at it will probably be a welcome shock to the system.

Claiming your baggage at Cancun Airport is pretty easy. Once you pass immigration you’ll find that there are a few timeshare promoters who might be able to offer you discounted taxi fares, cheap tours etc in exchange for attending a presentation. If you don’t want to deal with this, or with negotiating taxi fares, you should book your transportation in advance and decide beforehand with those you are traveling with if you are willing to attend a sales presentation. This means you’ll be on the same page as everyone in your group and won’t become easily tempted.

Once you’ve got your luggage at Cancun Airport you can head on out and start your vacation to Mexico for real.

Leaving Cancun Airport

When leaving for home after your vacation to Mexico, be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get through check-in. The airport is small, but very busy so we recommend that you arrive at least two hours before you are due to depart (or three hours as the airlines recommend). It would also be best to do all your souvenir shopping before you arrive as the airport’s shopping and dining options are very limited; you can get last minute basics, but might find a shortage of viable gifts. You should always print your boarding pass as early as possible; before entering the airport if you can.

If you have any other tips about Cancun airport for a stress free vacation to Mexico, then please leave your welcome comment below!