Colorado Springs to Cancun Direct Flights

Today, June 7, something pretty incredible happened at the Colorado Springs Airport! Southwest Airlines officially launched the first-ever international flight from our local runway, making it easier than ever to fly straight from the Rockies to the white sands of Cancun, Mexico. This is a total game changer for your next family getaway. If you’ve ever packed the car at dawn, kids in tow, you know how magical (or chaotic) family travel can be. Today, that magic met the promise of tropical waves and all-inclusive resorts, right from our hometown airport with the start of Colorado Springs to Cancun direct flights.

Gone are the days of long layovers, multiple stops, or that dreaded Denver traffic. Now, families can hop on a direct Southwest flight and be sipping cocktails and mocktails by the beach before dinner. This morning, little hands gripped souvenir beach buckets and oversized sunglasses, brimming with anticipation as parents checked the boarding passes and passports, excited to be among the first to enjoy this brand new adventure.

Cancun, a family-favorite destination known for its powdery beaches and kid-friendly resorts, just got a whole lot closer. Best of all, this direct route is a game–changer for busy families craving the combo of ease + adventure + new memories. For families like mine with older kids, Cancun has long been a top destination for for good reason. Think eco-parks with zip lines and cenotes, snorkeling with sea turtles, epic pool slides, and resorts built with families in mind.

I can already imagine it—boarding that Southwest Airlines flight from Colorado Springs to Cancun and feeling the vacation vibes kick in before we even leave the ground. Southwest is known for making travel feel easy and welcoming, which is exactly what we need when juggling tweens, teens, and carry-ons. Add in the snacks, friendly crew, and the relaxed atmosphere at Colorado Springs airport, and I have no doubt this trip will start off stress-free and full of smiles.

This new nonstop route is available on Saturdays from now through August 2nd and will re-open again November 22nd.  This opens up a whole new world of travel for Colorado Springs families. Especially those of us with older kids craving adventure, but still wanting to spend quality time together. Whether it’s exploring ancient ruins or just soaking in the sun, this new experience will be a reminder that travel doesn’t have to be stressful to be memorable.

So, if you’ve been dreaming of warm breezes, turquoise waves, and a little time to reconnect with your tweens or teens, Cancun just got a lot closer. Bags packed? Let’s go!