How to travel from Oaxaca to Cozumel, Mexico
The distance between Oaxaca and Cozumel is around 1,195km (743 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 2h 35m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Oaxaca to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cozumel → Oaxaca if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Oaxaca (OAX) to Cozumel (CZM).
- Duration3h 20m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical costMX$4,765($230)
Volaris
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Cárdenas then Tulum and then to Playa del Carmen then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration18hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$1,650($79)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Helicopter
Take the bus to Cárdenas and then to Villahermosa Airport then jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration9h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$96,555($4,620)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Calica then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration19h 15m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$3,175($150)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Oaxaca and Cozumel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Oaxaca to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MX$1,650 ($79) and will take around 18hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then jump in a helicopter and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$12,980 ($620).
The distance between Oaxaca and Cozumel is around 1,195km (743 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,078km (670 miles)
It takes around 3h 20m to get from Oaxaca and Cozumel by plane.
The quickest way to get from Oaxaca to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx MX$12,980 ($620).
The cheapest way to travel between Oaxaca and Cozumel is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MX$1,650 ($79) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Oaxaca and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Oaxaca (OAX) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Oaxaca and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Oaxaca (OAX) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Oaxaca and Cozumel. Flights depart from Oaxaca (OAX) and arrive at Cozumel (CZM) - via Mexico City (MEX). The flight takes around 3h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Oaxaca to Cozumel. There is however a flight that goes via Mexico City (MEX). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Oaxaca to Cozumel typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Oaxaca (OAX) and and arrive into Cozumel (CZM).
The closest major airport to Cozumel is Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel. Cancún International Airport (CUN) (CUN) and Chetumal International Airport (CTM) (CTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Oaxaca to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Oaxaca (OAX) to Cozumel (CZM). instead which will take 3h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Oaxaca to Cozumel is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around MX$4,765 ($230).
Compare travel optionsbetween Oaxaca and Cozumel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 20m | MX$4,765($230) | on demand | 1,653km (1,027 miles) |
| Plane and Helicopter | 2h 35m | MX$12,980($620) | on demand | 1,195km (743 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 2 similar | 18hrs | MX$1,650($79) | once daily | 1,466km (911 miles) |
| Bus to Tehuantepec, ferry | 1 day 3h | MX$2,030($95) | once daily | 1,586km (986 miles) |
| Bus to Tuxtla Gutiérrez, ferry | 1 day 6h | MX$2,385($115) | once daily | 1,732km (1,076 miles) |
Bus and Helicopter | 9h 45m | MX$96,555($4,620) | once daily | 1,369km (851 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 19h 15m | MX$3,175($150) | once daily | 1,458km (906 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Oaxaca and Cozumel
Bus companies
ADO
Turismo y Excursiones Alianza
Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen
Transportes Tehuanos del Istmo
Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airlines
Volaris
Mayair
Aeroméxico
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
Airports near Cozumel
The following major airports near Cozumel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Cozumel
Chetumal International Airport (CTM)
- Distance
- 260km (162 miles) from Cozumel