Airports near Tulum
TQO・CZM・CUN
What airports are closest to Tulum?
The newly inaugurated Tulum International Airport (TQO) is the closest facility, situated just 20.8 km from the city center, with private transfers reaching your destination in as little as 40 minutes. For travelers arriving at Cozumel International Airport (CZM), please note this airport is located on an island 65.0 km away, requiring a ferry and connecting bus ride that takes approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Finally, Cancún International Airport (CUN) serves as the major regional hub located 110.6 km north; while farther, it remains a popular choice with bus or train connections typically taking about 2 hours. Choosing the right airport depends on your priority for either minimizing travel time or maximizing flight availability, with local transfers now readily available from all three locations. Search for flights to Tulum and book hotels in Tulum, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Tulum: TQO, CZM and CUN.
Airports Near Tulum: Key Information
Number of airports in Tulum
1
Closest airport to the city center
Tulum International Airport (TQO)
Distance
20.8 km
Fastest arrival time
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Tulum International Airport (TQO)
Compare domestic and international airports near Tulum.
Tulum International Airport
Distance: 20.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
ADO Bus
Cheapest
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
MXN 200
Budget
Tren Maya
Fastest
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
MXN 230
Speed
Private Transfer
40 minutes - 50 minutes
MXN 1150-2300
Comfort
Cozumel International Airport
Distance: 65 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport Taxi
10 minutes - 15 minutes
MXN 200-500
Comfort
ADO Bus (from Playa del Carmen)
Cheapest
3 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes
MXN 400-600
Budget
Shared Van/Colectivo
3 hours 20 minutes - 4 hours
MXN 700-1200
Balanced
Cancún International Airport
Distance: 110.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
ADO Bus
Cheapest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
MXN 350-600
Budget
Tren Maya
Fastest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
MXN 430-1500
Speed
Private Shuttle
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
MXN 1500-3500
Comfort
Compare 3 airports near Tulum
Airport Guide
Compare 3 airports near Tulum
For most travelers, Tulum International Airport (TQO) is the most efficient gateway, as it is the only airport located within the municipality of Tulum. It serves both domestic and international traffic and offers the quickest door-to-door transit times. Cancún International Airport (CUN) is the region's largest international hub, located in the neighboring city of Cancún. While it sits much farther away, it often provides the widest range of flight options and competitive fares that may offset the higher cost of a longer transfer. Cozumel International Airport (CZM) serves the neighboring island city of Cozumel; it is not a direct gateway to Tulum and requires a ferry crossing to the mainland at Playa del Carmen, followed by ground transport. This airport is generally only chosen by those combining a visit to the island with their time in Tulum. When choosing, prioritize direct flights to TQO for convenience, but check CUN if flight schedules or prices are significantly better, keeping in mind the two-hour transit requirement.
Flights to Tulum
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Hotels near Tulum airport
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104 Reviews
Playa Paraiso Tulum|3.62km from city center
I started out in my younger days staying at 3 star hotels working myself up to 5 star hotels these days. On this recent weekend trip i held back on my post xmas spending and got a great deal at Kore so I took a chance on it despite all the negative reviews. I think the 1 out 5 star ratings are ridiculously unfair. Rooms were big, clean, and comfy. Location was decent and had great views of the sea. I only had breakfast as I like to get out and explore, so I couldn't tell you much about the quality of food. The waiters were good, as soon as I sat down, my coffee was poured. After they recognized I tip, I never had to wait in line to get my omelets...lol. best part was the service from the front desk concierge (the Mexican soap opera looking guy) Victor. Dude was always so nice and helpful. Upon checkout, I had a late flight out, he knew that I love bike riding, so he let me keep my bracelet to have access until my shuttle arrived. I did not experience most of the issues on these reviews. English speaking staff was a challenge, but i found that was an issue everwhere I was in Tulum. Overall, if you were to go by the strict AAA guidelines, this hotel would probably recieve a 3-3.5 rating and closer to a 4 by the generous booking sites. This was no Hyatt, but a good value. Dont let those 1 star ratings discourage you.
My rating does not include the quality of food...FromUS$415
Great70 Reviews
Playa Paraiso Tulum|3.37km from city center
The most cost-effective hotel in the Tulum Beach area, with a beautiful cliff sea view, welcome drink, and you can book a sea view for dinner, the view is beautiful…
The hotel can't go directly to the sea, so the price is relatively beautiful, and it's not far away if you want to go to the sea. There is a white sand beach next door after a five-minute walk.
The room is big, and hot tea is delivered every day. The service is very good, especially the price is half of that of many hotels in the beach area next door. It's perfect!FromUS$88
Very Good105 Reviews
Tulum|20.87km from city center
Family of four (including 2 teens) stayed at the Conrad in room 3307 for one week. We had an ocean-view, 2 Queen room and opted for the Ceiba Club. The room was one of the better-sized and laid-out rooms we have enjoyed on vacation.
The facilities were fantastic and we enjoyed the activities offered throughout our time here. The gym was never busy and the daily activities we found to be accessible.
The bay in front offered very good snorkeling with several large reefs that held many schools of interesting fish. We also saw rays of various sizes out there too, which was exciting. Beach chairs were always available, which was a surprise, as we read that it could be problematic.
Food and drink at the Ceiba Club were worth the extra cost. We lived out that the first several days that the resort wasn't busy, so Ceiba offered à la carte food from the restaurants. We also benefited from Hilton Gold status, so we were able to rotate two of our family through the amazing breakfast buffet at Arbolea.
We had dinners at Marakea (Mediterranean) and Autor (Michelin Mexican restaurant). Both were good, but Autor stood out.
Would return for sure.FromUS$396
Good101 Reviews
Tankah Bay Tulum|7.94km from city center
The all-encompassing deciding factor is the number of restaurants, but here, in addition to various restaurants in Mexico, Italy, sushi, France, teppanyaki, buffet style, there are ice creams and smoothies, cafes, etc. I like it every day! !!
There are a few souvenir shops, they are very good!
The good thing is the evening event, where the souvenir stall opens from the square on the spot.
It is nice to see something other than the souvenir shop without going out. Most importantly, the tequila store and the artists attracted on the spot are great!
The resort also holds many activities every day. I am looking forward to participating in cooking classes, sports, etc.!
FromUS$176
Great125 Reviews
Tulum|20.68km from city center
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Excellent hotel, it exceeded my expectations. The facilities are spotless, clean, and very comfortable—perfect for relaxing. The staff is very friendly, always attentive and willing to help, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The value for money is excellent. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.FromUS$338
Family friendly
Very Good100 Reviews
Tulum|21.68km from city center
Excellent.
Food - use better quality olive oil to cook all foods. Your guests will notice!Very Good101 Reviews
Tulum|21.31km from city center
Good hotel. Good attention. The staff in some sectors are friendly in others like bar tenders not so much.FromUS$152
Very Good101 Reviews
Playa Paraiso Tulum|3.39km from city center
It feels like a traditional accommodation with a window right there 3-4m away from the blue sea.
So nice to feel nature and relaxFromUS$51
Very Good99 Reviews
Playa Paraiso Tulum|3.6km from city center
In the national park, the environment is very good. The single cabin has a hammock, complete facilities, and comfortable bedding. The service is warm and thoughtful, and the beach is beautiful. The lights are dim at night, which is not very convenient. If you encounter wind and rain, you can only call for room service, which has few choices and is not cheap. There are many people at breakfast, and the waiting time is long. But other than that, the overall experience is very good, and you can walk to the ruins park, it is worth stayingFromUS$93
Very Good104 Reviews
Zona Hotelera Tulum|8.43km from city center
When i made reservations trip.com charged while reservation.
When i checked in they asked for credit card deposit and they blocked approximately 600 usd .After hours again they charged full payment which i was paid to Trip.com already .when i called them they told me they did the recieved payment from trip.com.
So after some hour they called said sorry we did wrong while you check out we will return money.
It is about 1 week i am still waiting money to be returned to my credit card which was charged without my permission.By the way they wasn’t blocked anount they just charged 3700$ .About the rooms i never suggested bungoliw tents.insects everywhere ….FromUS$128
5 star
Very Good102 Reviews
Zona Hotelera Tulum|5.31km from city center
Our stay at Tago Tulum was simply outstanding! The hotel itself is a paradise – the rooms look even better than in the photos, with spacious layouts, beautiful decor, and that perfect blend of luxury and Tulum’s bohemian style. The beachfront view and peaceful ambiance made it the ideal place to unwind.
What really made our experience unforgettable was the exceptional service, especially from Victor. He took care of everything we needed, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was seamless and enjoyable. Victor’s warmth and attention to detail made us feel right at home – a true gem! Tago Tulum is a must for anyone visiting Tulum, and we can’t wait to returnFromUS$119
Very Good100 Reviews
Tulum|22.17km from city center
With a stay at Bahia Principe Escape Sian Ka’an - Hyatt Inclusive Collection - Adults Only - All Inclusive in Akumal, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Xel-Há Park and Akumal Beach. This all-inclusive property is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Tulum Mayan Ruins and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Soliman Bay.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. When the sun is out, a round of golf or a day at the private beach are two great options for taking advantage of the fine weather. Additional features at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.Enjoy international cuisine at Yal-ku, one of the property's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the poolside bar or one of 4 bars/lounges, or 3 beach bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 420 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.FromUS$149
Very Good101 Reviews
Zona Hotelera Tulum|8.37km from city center
Good place and great foodFromUS$143
Great90 Reviews
Zona Hotelera Tulum|8.7km from city center
已經離開Tulum將近一週了，在一週繁忙的工作中還能讓我時常回憶起來在Tulum Casa Malca酒店的點點滴滴。這是一次説走就走的旅行，沒有太多時間攻略酒店訊息。開始查了一些最貴的酒店、服務最全的酒店、評價最高的酒店等等，但是沒有任何一個酒店讓我很有感覺。突然在小紅書上看到Casa Malca酒店很少的帖子，看到Casa Malca的環境照片非常有博物館的感覺，而且海邊的佈置風格很有氣質，不是奢華且大眾的風格，而是小眾有調性，有一種逃離的感覺。直覺告訴我，就是這家了，我就非常快的定了Casa Malca三個晚上。
從繁忙的工作的城市飛到坎昆後，自己開車兩個小時到達Casa Malca的時候，有些精疲力盡了。能感覺自己還沒有從現實中逃脱出來的感覺，可能還是帶着serious face進入的酒店。當慢慢往酒店lobby進入的一路，很有神祕的感覺。當走到前台迎接我的是一張非常温暖和charming的笑容的前台小哥哥Yair（也非常帥氣），讓我頓時感覺到了温暖。
因為是特意過去給自己過生日，酒店還特意安排了升級房間和佈置了房間，這些都沒有預估到的驚喜，讓我一下子穿越到了幸福和快樂。
住在酒店的三天，我吃到了比全球各種酒店早餐都好吃的Egg White Omlette，非常乾淨健康和蔬菜種類極其豐富，還很美，到現在我很懷念。雖然我平時不吃pastry，但是餐廳的服務員給我送過來，我嚐了最愛的carrot cake，也非常好吃。泳池也非常有設計感。
這裏應該非常適合辦婚禮和party，有種完全屬於自己的感覺。
我必須要非常感謝非常細心服務和charming笑容的Yair，可以讓我的孤獨的生日trip如此温暖和快樂。這裏的工作人員讓我能感覺到是發自內心真正的笑容，而不是為了工作而工作的笑容，這兩者是完全不同的。在裝修設計都層出不窮的時代下，非常真誠非常有心的服務和笑容，會給整體的感受加上隱藏但非常重要的分數。FromUS$355
Great66 Reviews
Zona Hotelera Tulum|7.98km from city center
Hotel location in the hotel area of Tulum, there is a restaurant by the sea, you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner with the sea breeze, the hotel service is very good, the staff will speak fluent English, the communication is super smooth, including the front desk and restaurant waiter service attitude is very good, Of course, the service fee of 15% is mandatory for hotel consumption, all of which are included in the bill. The hotel communicates with customers with whatapp. Any time there is any problem, the hotel staff will reply as soon as possible. This is quite comfortable. The hotel is relatively small, the facilities are just like the general, but you can recommend staying and enjoying the holiday house by the sea.
The hotel is very close to Ahu Hotel, 5 minutes by bicycle, you can see Tulum's famous Sculpture Mother Nature , There is also a Starbucks next to it.FromUS$240
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Tulum?
The nearest airport to Tulum is Tulum International Airport (TQO), about 20.8 km away.Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (65 km) and Cancún International Airport (CUN) (110.6 km).
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How long does it take to get from Tulum to the airport?
Getting from Tulum to Tulum International Airport (TQO) takes about 1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes.
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How do I get to Tulum?
We recommend flying into Tulum International Airport (TQO), which is approximately 20.8 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Tren Maya, reaching downtown in about 1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes.
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How many airports does Tulum have?
Tulum has 3 airports: Tulum International Airport (TQO), Cozumel International Airport (CZM) and Cancún International Airport (CUN).