Terminals
Cancun Airport Terminal 3
Terminal 3 at Cancun International Airport serves as a key hub for international travelers, blending modern conveniences with essential services to ensure a comfortable journey.
- Information desks.
- Flight Information Display.
- ATMs
- Internet stations and signal WI-FI Internet.
- VIP Lounge
- Public telephone services.
- Luggage Protection Services.(secure wrap)
- Areas for food and beverage services.
- Family and disabled bathrooms.
- Retail stores.
- Duty Free Shops
- Car rental agencies.
- Ground Transportation
- Signal for mobile equipment.
- Money exchange.
Terminal
General Information, Gates, and Access at Cancun Airport Terminal 3
Terminal 3 at Cancun International Airport serves as the airport's primary gateway for international travelers, handling flights to major destinations across North America, Europe, and beyond. As one of the airport's most modern facilities, it specializes in accommodating wide-body aircraft and long-haul routes while maintaining efficient passenger flow.
Terminal 3 at Cancun International Airport features 28 gates (C1-C28) and primarily serves:
- S. Airlines: American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, JetBlue, and Spirit
- Canadian Carriers: Air Canada, Air Transat, WestJet
- European Airlines: British Airways, Lufthansa, TUI, and seasonal charters (e.g., Wamos Air, Edelweiss Air)
Gates & Layout
Terminal 3 features 28 gates (C1-C28) designed for optimal passenger flow and international operations:
North Concourse (U.S./Canada Flights):
- Gates C1-C14 - Handle major U.S. carriers (American, Delta, United) and Canadian airlines (Air Canada, WestJet)
South Concourse (Transatlantic/Long-Haul Flights):
- Gates C15-C28 - Serve European airlines (British Airways, Lufthansa) and charter flights (TUI, Wamos Air)
Terminal Amenities
Pre-Security Area (Check-in & Documentation):
- ATMs & currency exchange (competitive rates)
- Quick-service dining: Starbucks, Subway, Cinnabon
- Information desks with multilingual staff
Post-Security (Boarding Area):
- Duty-free shopping: Luxury perfumes, cosmetics, spirits
- Local souvenirs: Mexican crafts, tequila, apparel
- Full-service dining: Margaritaville, Heineken Bar
- VIP Lounge by Mera (paid access; showers, premium food/drinks)
Immigration & Customs
- International Arrivals: Automated passport kiosks for eligible travelers
- Customs: Streamlined clearance on the ground floor
- Expedited Processing: Global Entry, APEC lanes available
Access & Connectivity
- Free Shuttle Service: Connects to Terminals 2 & 4 (every 15 mins)
- Parking: Short-term ($3 USD/hour) and long-term options
Ground Transport:
- Taxis (authorized 24/7)
- Private transfers
- ADO buses to Cancún Hotel Zone & Playa del Carmen
Cancun Airport Terminal 3 Map
Airlines
Airlines - Terminal 3
Cancun Airport Terminal 3 - Airlines
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| Air Canada |
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Star Alliance | 001 (514) 939-3333 |
| Air Canada Rouge |
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| Air Caraïbes |
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| American Airlines |
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Oneworld | (800) 904 6000 |
| British Airways |
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| Iberojet |
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| LOT Polish Airlines |
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| Spirit Airlines |
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| United Airlines |
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Star Alliance | (55) 5283 5500 |
| Wamos Air |
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| World2Fly |
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Cancun Airport Terminal 3 Dining Options
Travelers at Terminal 3 will find an excellent variety of dining choices throughout the facility. Before security, the check-in area features quick-service options like Starbucks and Grab'n Go. Past security, passengers can enjoy:
- Casual dining: Bubba Gump, Air Margaritaville
- Celebrity chef concepts: Guy Fieri's American Kitchen, Wolfgang Puck Kitchen
- Mexican flavors: Guacamole Andele, Baja Grill Cantina
- Quick bites: Famiglia Pizzeria, The Marketplace
- Premium experience: VIP Lounge by Mera
Shop in Terminal 3
The terminal boasts an impressive selection of shopping venues:
- Duty-free: Cancun Duty-Free (luxury perfumes, spirits, cosmetics)
- Mexican souvenirs: Los Cinco Soles (handcrafts), Tere Cazola
- Fashion & Accessories: Panama Jack, Pineda Covalin, Rogers Boots
- Beauty & tech: Mac Cosmetics, Mobo Shop (electronics)
- Travel essentials: International Fashion, Bloomish
Premium Lounge Access
The MERA Business Lounge offers a tranquil escape:
- Location: Adjacent to Gate C-17 (near Bubba Gump)
- Hours: Daily 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM (hours subject to change)
- Rate: $33 USD per person (discounts for children)
- Amenities: Complimentary snacks/drinks, WiFi, shower facilities
- Contact: +52 (998) 848-8989