Private charter between Cancun and Merida starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Cancun (CUN) ⇄ Merida (MID) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Cancun and Merida lie approximately 288 km apart (179 mi / 156 nm) on a direct routing.
From $140,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Cancun–Merida spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MXN) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | $140,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | $170,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 59 min | $140,000 – $190,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 56 min | $160,000 – $210,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 48 min | $170,000 – $240,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 47 min | $180,000 – $260,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | $200,000 – $280,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Cancun–Merida, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cancun, Mexico: Cancún International Airport and Cozumel International Airport.
Merida, Mexico: Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport.
| Cancún International Airport | Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MMUN / CUN | MMMD / MID |
| Longest hard runway | 11,483 ft | 10,499 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 22 ft | 38 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Cancun to Merida can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Cancún International Airport has 11,483 ft and Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport 10,499 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 288 km.
Alternates within range: Cozumel International Airport (8,858 ft, 59 km) · Isla Mujeres National Airport (3,445 ft, 27 km) · Hidro Aeródromo “Trans Caribe Nichupte” · Hidro Aeródromo de Bahia Mujeres
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Cancun–Merida is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 59 min gate to gate across the 288 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cancun–Merida charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Merida to Cancun runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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