Downtown Cancun at Night Malecon las Americas

How much is a cab from Cancun Airport to downtown Cancun?

Unlike airports in other cities, you cannot walk out of Cancun Airport and hail a cab, it is against the law. There are no ridesharing apps and Uber is not allowed at the Cancun Airport. The best travel advice is to reserve your cab from the Cancun Airport with a private transportation company. Prices for a private cab service to downtown Cancun start at around $42 USD.

  • Hailing a cab at the Cancun Airport is not allowed
  • There are no ridesharing apps like Uber at the Cancun Airport
  • Reserve a private cab from the Cancun Airport to Downtown starting around $42 USD

Avoid taxi fraud at the Cancun Airport: Book a cab in advance!

Pirate cabs in the Cancun Airport prey on unsuspecting tourists who may be tired from a long day of travel. They’ll approach you looking friendly and ask for the details of the transportation you have booked in advance. They will tell you that your transfer has already left and that you will need to pay an elevated price for a cab from Cancun Airport to downtown Cancun. They may even promise that this money will be refunded but this is never the case. You may end up paying more than $100 USD for the 18 km trip downtown, don’t do it, book ahead!

Never agree to enter an unknown vehicle with an undefined price. The cost of a pirate cab in Cancun is robbery, they will try to trick you with currency confusion and unclear and undefined prices. At the end of your ride you may find your wallet is far emptier than you expected. Avoid paying too much for your cab from the airport to downtown Cancun, always reserve ahead for a guaranteed price and for your personal safety.

How much does it cost from Cancun Airport to downtown? Starting at $42 USD best price with Happy Shuttle Cancun

The best way to get from the Cancun Airport to downtown is with a pre-arranged transfer with a reputable company like Happy Shuttle Cancun. Paying in advance means you get the best price available and have NO worries or stress when arriving in the chaotic Cancun International Airport. Travel days are stressful enough, don’t arrive at the Cancun Airport and expect to get a good price on a cab to downtown Cancun. You’ll pay an elevated rate and run the risk of getting scammed by cabs at the Cancun Airport.

Getting to your downtown Cancun hotel or airbnb is a breeze with Happy Shuttle Cancun, not only do we offer the best price but our service is guaranteed! Why book with Happy Shuttle Cancun?

  • Happy Shuttle Cancun is a family-run business with decades of experience in getting travelers from the Cancun Airport to downtown, the hotel zone, Isla Mujeres and all over the Mexican Caribbean.
  • Our recent-model vehicles are inspected daily and impeccably cleaned and sanitized for your health and safety.
  • Happy Shuttle Cancun drivers are licensed and certified and prioritize your safety and comfort.
  • Our easy to spot greeters in neon green make your Cancun arrival process a breeze. Look for the sign with the Happy Shuttle Cancun logo and your name!
  • Our prices for private transportation cabs from the Cancun Airport to downtown Cancun start at $31 USD one way, depending on your specific destination.
  • Paying in advance guarantees your ride from the Cancun Airport and you’ll never be asked to pay more at the airport or at your arrival at your downtown Cancun accommodations.
  • Our friendly, bilingual customer service representatives are standing by 24/7 to monitor changes in your flights or to answer any questions or doubts you may have. When you reserve with Happy Shuttle Cancun you’ll have the security of a great team behind you.

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Cancun Airport Transportation to Barcelo Maya Palace Puerto Aventuras
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I cannot say enough good things about Happy Shuttle Tulum/Cancun. My husband and I arrived at the Tulum airport on August 31st. Unfortunately that was the same day a protest was planned that shut down the main road from Tulum to Playa del Carmen. When we got on the highway and drove up to where the police were blocking the road, there was a lot of confusion. Cars were making U turns and people were driving all along back roads trying to get around the protest. Our driver, Moroni, said he only knew of one way to get around the protest which would mean driving through Coba to Playa del Carmen. He was very concerned about how much gas it would take to make that trip, but it was clear that either he took that route or we may be sitting in Tulum for hours waiting for the protest to end. We begged him to take the route through Coba. The whole time he was driving he was getting messages from other drivers with photos showing how people were just stuck in Tulum. It ultimately took three hours for him to get us to our hotel, but we were so grateful! We learned the next day that the protests didn't end until 10:00 PM. We spoke with other guests at our resort who told us they were stuck in Tulum for hours and hours. Moroni went above and beyond and really saved the day. I have never experienced such excellent costumer service! We were so impressed with how hard he worked and I would not hesitate to recommend Happy Shuttle Tulum/Cancun to everyone I know! We have used your services for years and will continue to do so. Thank you Happy Shuttle Tulum/Cancun and thank you so much to Moroni for helping save our vacation!

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DAVE WOODS4 days ago
Cancun Airport Transportation to Playa del Carmen
Clean, comfortable, with a cold beer and a happy informative driver. Will use on my next visit to Mexico.

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Cancun Airport Transportation to Akumal
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