Cancun to Isla Mujeres Ferry Options

Planning a trip to Isla Mujeres? If you’re flying into Cancun International Airport, getting to the island is easy with a little planning. Your journey starts with transportation from the airport to the Puerto Juárez ferry terminal, where passenger ferries depart throughout the day.

Happy Shuttle Cancun makes the process simple by providing private airport shuttles to the ferry dock in Puerto Juárez. You can also purchase your Ultramar ferry tickets during the booking process, so your transportation is organized before you arrive.

Cancun Airport to Isla Mujeres Ferry map to Puerto Juarez

Quick Facts About the Isla Mujeres Ferry

* Departure Point: Puerto Juárez

* Operator: Ultramar

* Crossing Time: Approximately 20–25 minutes

* Airport Transfer Time: Approximately 30 minutes

* Departure Frequency: Every 30 minutes throughout most of the day*

* Tickets: Available when booking your Happy Shuttle Cancun transfer

How to Get from Cancun Airport to the Ferry Terminal

Travelers have several options for geting to Puerto Juárez from Cancun International Airport.

Private Airport Shuttle

A private airport transfer from Cancun Airport to the ferry terminal provides direct transportation . Your driver monitors your flight, meets you upon arrival, and takes you directly to Puerto Juárez without unnecessary stops.

Airport Taxi

Authorized airport taxis are available outside each terminal. Prices vary depending on the transportation provider operating at the airport and are generally higher than pre-booked private transportation. Learn more about Cancun Airport taxis.

ADO Bus

The ADO Bus travels from Cancun Airport to downtown Cancun. From there, you’ll need to take another taxi to Puerto Juárez. Learn more about the ADO Bus from Cancun Airport.

Can I Book My Ferry Tickets in Advance?

Yes.

Happy Shuttle Cancun is an authorized Ultramar partner, allowing you to purchase your ferry tickets while booking your airport transportation.

Booking airport transportation and ferry tickets together saves time after your flight and means you won’t need to purchase ferry tickets separately when you arrive at the terminal.

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Book Your Airport Transportation and Ferry Tickets

Booking your trip to Isla Mujeres is simple.

  • Choose your pickup date.
  • Enter your flight information.
  • Select Isla Mujeres as your destination.
  • Add your Ultramar ferry tickets during checkout.
  • Receive instant confirmation.

Your driver will meet you when you land and take you directly to Puerto Juárez, where you’ll board the ferry to Isla Mujeres.

✈️ Cancun Airport

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🚐 Happy Shuttle Cancun

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⛴️ Puerto Juárez Ferry Terminal

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🌊 Ultramar Ferry

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🏝️ Isla Mujeres

Most passenger ferries to Isla Mujeres depart from the Puerto Juárez ferry terminal in Cancun. While there are ferries from the Cancun Hotel Zone, they mainly serve day-trippers. If you’re arriving at Cancun International Airport, Puerto Juárez is the primary departure point and the most practical option.

The ferry crossing from Puerto Juárez to Isla Mujeres takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes.

Yes. Happy Shuttle Cancun allows you to purchase Ultramar ferry tickets while booking your private airport transportation.

Most private transfers from Cancun Airport to Puerto Juárez take approximately 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Yes. Passengers may bring luggage onboard, subject to the ferry operator’s current baggage policies.

Ferry tickets are optional and can be added during the Happy Shuttle Cancun booking process. Your private airport transportation and Ultramar ferry tickets can be arranged together in one reservation.