How to travel from Puebla to Cozumel, Mexico
The distance between Puebla and Cozumel is around 1,304km (810 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 10m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Puebla 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 → Puebla if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Puebla (PBC) to Cozumel (CZM).
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time4h 35m
- Typical costMX$17,140($820)
United Airlines
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Playa del Carmen then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$2,845($135)
Multiple operators
Bus and Helicopter
Take the bus to Palenque then jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration16h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$101,115($4,835)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Calica then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration18h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$3,930($190)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Puebla and Cozumel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Puebla to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around MX$2,550 ($120) and will take around 4h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then jump in a helicopter and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$20,110 ($960).
The distance between Puebla and Cozumel is around 1,304km (810 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,174km (729 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Puebla and Cozumel by plane and helicopter.
The quickest way to get from Puebla to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx MX$20,110 ($960).
The cheapest way to travel between Puebla and Cozumel is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around MX$2,550 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Puebla and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Puebla (PBC) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Puebla and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Puebla (PBC) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Puebla and Cozumel. Flights depart from Puebla (PBC) and arrive at Cozumel (CZM) - via Houston (IAH). The flight takes around 4h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Puebla to Cozumel. There is however a flight that goes via Houston (IAH). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Puebla to Cozumel typically takes around 4h 35m. Flights depart from Puebla (PBC) 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 Puebla to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Puebla (PBC) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Puebla to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around MX$20,110 ($960).
Compare travel optionsbetween Puebla and Cozumel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 5hrs | MX$17,140($820) | on demand | 2,619km (1,628 miles) |
| Plane and Helicopter | 3h 10m | MX$20,110($960) | on demand | 1,304km (810 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 4h 10m | MX$2,550($120) | every 30 mins | 1,404km (872 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Helicopter | 4h 45m | MX$19,735($945) | every 30 mins | 1,472km (915 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 2h | MX$2,845($135) | once daily | 1,486km (923 miles) |
Bus and Helicopter | 16h 40m | MX$101,115($4,835) | once daily | 1,499km (932 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 18h 25m | MX$3,930($190) | once daily | 1,498km (931 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Puebla and Cozumel
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
United Airlines
American Airlines
Aeroméxico
Bus companies
Estrella Roja
ADO
Autobuses Unidos (AU)
Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)
Ferry operators
Ultramar Ferry
Winjet
helicopters
Holbox Collection
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