Breeze to launch nonstop service from RIC to Cancun

In a Cinco de Mayo surprise, Breeze Airways officials announced May 5 that the airline will launch nonstop flights between Richmond international Airport and Cancun (CUN) beginning Jan. 8, 2027.

“Breeze Airways’ new nonstop service to Cancún strengthens Richmond International Airport’s vision to be the region’s preferred gateway to the world by enhancing the customer experience with convenient international connectivity,” said airport President and CEO Perry J. Miller. “For the first time in more than a decade, Richmond-area travelers will enjoy direct access to one of Mexico’s most in-demand destinations, connecting our region with the Yucatán Peninsula’s vibrant culture, world-renowned beaches, and rich history.”

The three-hour flights will operate each Monday and Friday, officials said. 

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