Tourism statisticsCity2026
Cancún Tourism Statistics: 7.5M Arrivals in 2024
Cancún, in Quintana Roo, Mexico, recorded 7,467,678 tourist arrivals in 2024, Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo reports. AirROI estimates 111,879 Airbnb stays in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was March, and the quietest was September.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 586,094
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.2 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- March
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 57%
Key facts
Cancún Tourism Facts
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Official
- Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo puts Cancún at 7,467,678 tourist arrivals in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Cancún at 111,879 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Cancún added up to 586,094 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Cancún lasted 5.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 40 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks March the busiest Airbnb month in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by February and January, with September the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the four busiest Airbnb months in Cancún ran unbroken from December to March in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Cancún in December were booked furthest ahead, about 55 days, against 28 days for June, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 57% of Cancún Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 25% and Canada at 7.8%.
- Among Cancún Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Mexico City was the top origin city at 8.3%, and Cancún itself came second at 4.4%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Cancún 4th for Airbnb stays among the 224 towns it lists in Mexico in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Cancún?
Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo counted 7,467,678 tourist arrivals in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7,467,678Tourist arrivals | Tourist arrivals to Cancún | 2024 | Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Cancún
Cancún had 6,117 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 111,879 stays and 586,094 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.2 nights and was booked about 40 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 6,117
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 111,879
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 586,094
- Typical stay
- 5.2 nights
- Booked ahead
- 40 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Cancún?
On Airbnb, March was the busiest month in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026, then February and January. September was the quietest. The four busiest months run unbroken from December to March.
March ranks first, September last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: March, February, January, December, July, November, August, June, May, April, October, September.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| March | 10.0% | 39 days |
| February | 9.1% | 44 days |
| January | 9.0% | 45 days |
| December | 8.9% | 55 days |
| July | 8.3% | 39 days |
| November | 8.2% | 47 days |
| August | 8.1% | 35 days |
| June | 8.1% | 28 days |
| May | 7.9% | 32 days |
| April | 7.7% | 35 days |
| October | 7.4% | 38 days |
| September | 7.3% | 28 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Cancún Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Cancún Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 57% came from abroad, led by the United States at 25% and Canada at 7.8%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Mexico City was the top origin city at 8.3%, and Cancún itself came second at 4.4%. The figures rest on 449,003 reviews, written over many years.
57% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 57%
- From within Mexico 43%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Cancún
How many tourists visit Cancún?
Cancún had 7,467,678 tourist arrivals in 2024, according to Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo. AirROI estimates 111,879 Airbnb stays in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Cancún?
The busiest Airbnb month in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026 was March, then February and January. The four busiest months run from December to March.
What is the quietest month in Cancún?
September was the quietest Airbnb month in Cancún in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and October ranked 11th. Stays in September were booked about 28 days ahead, against 55 days for December.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Cancún?
A typical Airbnb stay in Cancún lasted 5.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 40 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 4.0 nights in September to 5.6 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Cancún come from?
Of Cancún Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 57% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 25% and Canada at 7.8%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Mexico City at 8.3%, and Cancún itself came second at 4.4%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Quintana Roo counts tourist arrivals (7,467,678 in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 111,879 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 111,879 stays at 5.24 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 449,003 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.