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Cancún Airport (CUN)

Cancún Airport (CUN) has four terminals. Terminal 1 handles private flights only, Terminal 2 handles national and international flights, and Terminals 3 and 4 handle international flights, so check the terminal on your ticket. A shuttle connects the four terminals, with or without luggage, and the wait for it can be up to 20 minutes.

Children are 2 to 11 years old; infants are under 2.

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Updated 21 October 2026

The terminals at Cancún Airport

Cancun International Airport has four terminals:

  • Terminal 1 is a FBO (fixed base operator), for private flights only.
  • Terminal 2 handles national and international flights.
  • Terminal 3 handles international flights.
  • Terminal 4 handles international flights.

The airport is spread out, so check the terminal on your ticket before you go. A shuttle connects the four terminals, with or without your luggage, and it has ramps for passengers with special needs. The wait for it can be up to 20 minutes, so leave time if you need to change terminals.

Getting to and from Cancún Airport

Taxis serve Terminals 2 and 3, and the ADO bus runs from Terminals 2, 3 and 4 to the city. Many families book a transfer to the hotel before they land.

What happens when you arrive at CUN

Keep your passport and any form you filled in on the plane with you the whole way, from the aircraft door to the exit.

The airport's own site advises checking your flight information and departure terminal before you travel, because airline assignments can change.

Cancún Airport with children

In the summer, a hat and a light cover for the stroller help while you wait for your ride outside.

If you need to change terminals, use the shuttle and keep a snack and water within reach: the wait for it can be up to 20 minutes.

Plan your stop at Cancún Airport

Terminals, airlines and arrival procedures change, so check with the airline and the airport's own site before you travel. And check with the embassy or consulate about the documents your family needs for the entry rules of every country on your route.

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Frequently asked questions

How many terminals does Cancún Airport have?

Four. Terminal 1 is a FBO (fixed base operator) for private flights only, Terminal 2 handles national and international flights, and Terminals 3 and 4 handle international flights.

Which terminal at Cancún Airport serves international flights?

Terminals 2, 3 and 4. Check the terminal on your ticket, because airline assignments can change.

How do I get from Cancún Airport to the city?

Taxis serve Terminals 2 and 3, and the ADO bus runs from Terminals 2, 3 and 4 to the city. Many families book a transfer to the hotel before they land.

How do I change terminals at Cancún Airport?

With the shuttle, which connects the four terminals, with or without your luggage. The wait for it can be up to 20 minutes.

What do I do first when I land at CUN?

Keep your passport and any form you filled in on the plane with you the whole way, from the aircraft door to the exit, and check the terminal on your ticket before you travel.