Book your private transfer from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Akumal and Half Moon Bay
Akumal sits about 100 kilometers, or 62 miles, south of Cancun International Airport, and the drive typically runs 60 to 70 minutes depending on how the traffic looks through Playa del Carmen.
Transfer rates to Akumal
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and already include taxes and airport access fees.
| Service | Capacity | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 1-3 | $128 USD | $246 USD |
| Standard | 4-7 | $133 USD | $256 USD |
| Standard | 8-10 | $138 USD | $266 USD |
| Deluxe | 1-6 | $208 USD | $399 USD |
| Sprinter | 11-13 | $198 USD | $380 USD |
| Sprinter | 14-17 | $206 USD | $395 USD |
Transfer types
Standard
The most practical option for families and small groups traveling to the heart of the Riviera Maya. Since the fare hardly changes between 1 and 10 passengers, a family of six pays almost the same as a couple, ensuring a direct, comfortable, and economical trip of 60 to 70 minutes.
- Professional bilingual driver
- Direct airport meet-and-greet
- All taxes & airport charges included
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance for peace of mind
Deluxe
On a longer journey compared to the Hotel Zone or Playa del Carmen, this recent model SUV offers that extra comfort that makes a difference. Enjoy a quiet ride, leather seats with plenty of legroom, and chilled sparkling wine.
- Bilingual driver
- Meet & greet at the airport
- All taxes and airport charges included
- Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance included
Group
The ideal solution for destination weddings, multi-family vacations, or groups of friends. It keeps the entire group in a single spacious vehicle for the full hour of the tour, avoiding the need to coordinate two cars separately and offering a very low cost per person.
- Bilingual driver
- Meet & greet at the airport
- All taxes and airport charges included
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance for the whole group
From Cancun Airport to Akumal
From the airport, your driver takes Highway 307 south past Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen, the busiest stretch of the drive since it runs through the middle of that city's traffic. South of Playa del Carmen the road opens up past Puerto Aventuras, and the highway continues toward the turnoff for Akumal town. Hotels sitting closer to Akumal's main bay are reached first; properties set back toward Half Moon Bay or further south toward the Tulum boundary add another 10 to 15 minutes past that point. Flight tracking is included on every booking, so a delayed landing does not change your pickup time, and the standard grace window covers a slow customs line without any extra charge.
Akumal Bay itself was designated a marine refuge in 2016 to protect the green sea turtles that feed on the sea grass there, and access to snorkel with them is now regulated through local guides rather than open swimming. That protection is part of why the area draws visitors well beyond what a town this size would normally see, and it is worth knowing before you arrive if seeing the turtles is the reason for the trip.
Hotels we serve in Akumal and Half Moon Bay
We provide direct, non-stop private transfers to every resort, beachfront villa, and condo community throughout Akumal, Half Moon Bay, and the surrounding coastline. Below are a few of the top properties we service daily:
How to book
Simply provide your arrival date, flight number, and total passenger count when booking. We will email your vehicle confirmation and driver contact details before you even take off. On your travel day, we monitor your flight status in real time to automatically adjust for early landings or delays. Securing a round-trip transfer locks in your airport pickup and return leg simultaneously—leaving you free to enjoy your vacation without scrambling to organize last-minute rides back to the terminal.
Frequently asked questions
Does this route cover both Akumal town and Half Moon Bay?
Yes. Both areas use the same Akumal transfer route and rate table. Half Moon Bay sits slightly beyond the main Akumal turnoff, so the exact hotel name still matters because properties along the bay can add several minutes to the final part of the drive.
Is a sea-turtle snorkeling tour included with the airport transfer?
No. The airport reservation only covers transportation between Cancun Airport and your hotel. Access to the regulated turtle-snorkeling area in Akumal Bay is a separate local activity that normally requires its own guide, entry arrangements, and transportation if your hotel is not beside the bay.
Why should I use the full hotel name when booking an Akumal transfer?
Akumal and the surrounding Riviera Maya corridor include several resorts with similar or related names. Using the exact hotel name shown on your confirmation helps the driver identify the correct entrance and arrival point, especially for larger resort complexes and properties spread along Highway 307.
Should snorkeling or dive equipment be included in the luggage notes?
Yes. Fins, dive bags, and other bulky water sports equipment can use more cargo space than a standard suitcase. List those items with your checked bags so the vehicle is selected around the actual load, especially on a 60-to-70-minute transfer.
