Delta Is Launching a Big Cancun Expansion, With New Flights From Austin, Nashville, and Indianapolis

Delta Air Lines is making a major move in Mexico this winter, unveiling a broad expansion of service to Cancun with new routes and added frequencies from cities across the United States. Timed for the peak holiday and spring travel periods, the move is a direct response to growing demand for Mexico’s most popular beach destination.

Austin to Cancun will see brand-new daily nonstop service beginning Dec. 20, running through April 12, 2026. It’s one of four new routes being added to Delta’s Cancun network this winter.

Nashville to Cancun, Indianapolis to Cancun, and Kansas City to Cancun will each see the launch of new Saturday-only nonstop flights, also beginning Dec. 20 and operating through mid-April.

Delta is also bolstering its schedule on several existing Cancun routes. From Detroit, the airline will increase from three to four daily flights between January 6 and April 12, 2026. New York-JFK will expand from two to three daily flightsduring the same window.

Service from Los Angeles will grow from one to two daily flights between December 20 and January 5. Boston will also double from one to two daily flights during the same holiday travel period.

This winter expansion cements Delta’s growing footprint in the Mexico and Caribbean market, where demand has remained consistently strong, particularly for the upcoming winter season.

With increased connectivity from both major hubs and emerging secondary markets, Delta is positioning itself to capture a larger share of winter travelers heading to the Riviera Maya.

Planning a vacation to Cancun? Here are three good hotel options.

Where to Stay in Cancun Right Now

AVA Resort Cancun

Set along 1,400 feet of pristine beachfront, AVA Resort Cancun is a new luxury all-inclusive resort where every room faces the ocean. The resort features 1,622 guest accommodations, including swim-up suites, family rooms, and penthouses, each designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic and expansive terraces. Dining spans 17 restaurants and bars, from pan-Asian and modern Mediterranean to a traditional Mexican cantina. The resort’s signature AVA Bay, a 2.8-acre swimmable saltwater lagoon, anchors the experience alongside six pools, a state-of-the-art wellness center, and curated programming for all ages. The AVA Kids and Teens Clubs offer creative, tech-forward spaces, while nightly entertainment includes concerts, DJs, and culinary showcases.

Grand Residences Riviera Cancun

Tucked away in the quiet town of Puerto Morelos, Grand Residences Riviera Cancun is an intimate, beachfront resort offering residential-style luxury with a sense of place. Each suite, from junior to three-bedroom, features full kitchens, private terraces, whirlpool tubs, and hand-crafted furnishings. The resort offers a refined take on all-inclusive, with gourmet dining at El Faro Grill and Flor de Canela, plus a bar, café, and 24-hour room service. Amenities include a full-service spa, fitness center, tennis courts, and multiple pools overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Guests also enjoy complimentary airport transfers, cooking and mixology classes, and personalized concierge service. We’ve always loved this place, and it’s home to some of the best service in the region.

SLS Playa Mujeres

The first all-inclusive resort from the SLS brand, SLS Playa Mujeres is a modern beachfront escape located just north of Cancun. The resort features nearly 500 rooms and suites, including swim-up accommodations and multi-bedroom layouts designed for families and groups. As part of the all-inclusive experience, guests enjoy unlimited dining and drinks at 18 restaurants and bars, including LEYNIA, the signature Argentinian grill with Japanese flair. The resort offers four pools, a private beach club, a kids’ splash zone, a teen lounge, and a 20,000-square-foot Ciel Spa.