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✈ Private transfer to the Playa del Carmen ferry · then Cozumel

Transportation from Cancun Airport to Cozumel

Book private transportation from Cancun Airport to the Playa del Carmen ferry pier — door-to-door in about 55 minutes, where you board the ferry to Cozumel. Flat rate per vehicle, flight tracked.

Travel time~46 min
Distance55 km (34 mi) to pier
Private, all-in from$70 USD
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Flat, all-in price per vehicle — for your whole group, not per person.

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Private Transportation
Private Transportation
VW Transporter or similar
Up to 8 pax Up to 8 bags
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Private Transportation Premium
  • Change date, time or flight as many times as you need
  • Up to $500 USD in coupons for your trip
  • We leave the moment you walk out: minimum waiting
  • A courtesy convenience-store stop on the way to your hotel
$77
USD · one way, total for the vehicle
round trip $142
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Just want the ride? Economical $70 USD Economical rate: no refund. The full amount stays as open credit, with no expiry date, for whenever you come back. Includes one change of date or time, 48 hours in advance.
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EconomicalPremium
Waiting time Up to 30 min Minimum
Private service, no sharing
Flight monitoring
Free cancellation Open credit for your next visit only, not a refund Up to 24h before, fully refunded
Discount coupons Up to $500 USD in discounts
Booking changes 1 change (48 hrs in advance) Unlimited
On-board hygiene kit Antibacterial gel and wipes
Courtesy convenience-store stop

Same vehicle and same driver on both rates: what changes are the terms of your booking.

Airport Taxi
Private sedan
Up to 3 pax Up to 3 bags
one way$75
round trip$140
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Small Group Transportation
Small Group Transportation
VW Crafter or similar
Up to 15 pax Up to 15 bags
one way$150
round trip$300
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Luxury Transportation
Luxury Transportation
Chevrolet Suburban or similar
Up to 5 pax Up to 5 bags
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Luxury Transportation Premium
  • Change date, time or flight as many times as you need
  • Up to $500 USD in coupons for your trip
  • We leave the moment you walk out: minimum waiting
  • A courtesy convenience-store stop on the way to your hotel
$169
USD · one way, total for the vehicle
round trip $322
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Just want the ride? Economical $154 USD Economical rate: no refund. The full amount stays as open credit, with no expiry date, for whenever you come back. Includes one change of date or time, 48 hours in advance.
Choose Economical →
Compare both rates point by point
EconomicalPremium
Waiting time Up to 30 min Minimum
Private service, no sharing
Flight monitoring
Free cancellation Open credit for your next visit only, not a refund Up to 24h before, fully refunded
Discount coupons Up to $500 USD in discounts
Booking changes 1 change (48 hrs in advance) Unlimited
On-board hygiene kit Antibacterial gel and wipes
Courtesy convenience-store stop

Same vehicle and same driver on both rates: what changes are the terms of your booking.

🔒 Prices in USD, all-inclusive. Live availability and exact price are confirmed in the booking step.

Your Cancun Airport to Cozumel transportation

Getting to Cozumel means two legs, and we handle the first: private transportation from Cancun Airport to the Playa del Carmen ferry pier in about 55 minutes — one vehicle, exclusive to your group, no shared vans and no stops — where you board the passenger ferry across to the island (about a 45-minute crossing, roughly 18 to 23 USD each way). Your driver waits at arrivals with your name and drops you right at the pier, so you make your sailing with time to spare.

Cozumel is an island, so the trip is two legs: a 55 km (34-mile) drive to the pier and then the ferry across. We handle the first leg — a private, air-conditioned vehicle straight to the Playa del Carmen ferry terminal (or Punta Venado, if you are taking the car ferry). The passenger ferry to Cozumel runs frequently through the day and takes about 45 minutes; you buy that ticket separately at the pier.

Booking the transfer privately keeps your arrival calm. If your flight lands late we track it and adjust, so you are not sprinting for a boat. Traveling with dive gear or a lot of luggage? Tell us and we will assign the right vehicle. On Cozumel you will find world-class reef diving, the San Miguel waterfront and Punta Sur's beaches — all a short taxi from the island pier. The other two island runs from the airport are Isla Mujeres and Holbox.

Cozumel ferry and reef — private transfer from Cancun Airport to the ferry terminal
Ferry from Playa del Carmen Frequent passenger crossings — about 45 minutes each way.
El Cielo sandbar A shallow turquoise sandbar famous for starfish and easy snorkeling.
San Gervasio ruins The islands Mayan site, once a shrine to the goddess Ixchel.
World-class reef diving Palancar and the Mesoamerican reef make Cozumel a top dive destination.
Punta Sur & beaches Protected reserve, calm beach clubs and clear water on the south end.
San Miguel waterfront The island town's seafront promenade — shops, seafood and evening strolls.

Hotels & areas we serve in Cozumel

Door-to-door to every hotel, resort, condo and private address — including these zones.

San Miguel (town) The islands only town — the ferry pier, waterfront malecon and most downtown hotels.
North hotel zone Beachfront resorts and dive hotels along the coast north of San Miguel.
South hotel zone & Punta Sur Southern resorts, beach clubs and the Punta Sur eco-reserve.
Mainland ferry terminals Where we drop you: the Playa del Carmen passenger pier, or Punta Venado for the car ferry.

Don’t see your hotel? We go everywhere in Cozumel — just type it in the search box above.

What happens when you land in Cancun

From the plane to your hotel in Cozumel — here is exactly how the meet & greet works.

1Book & get your voucher

Book online in about two minutes and get instant confirmation and a voucher by email with your driver’s details.

2We track your flight

We watch your flight in real time. If it is early or delayed, the pickup adjusts automatically — your driver waits at no extra cost.

3Meet your driver

After you clear customs, your driver is waiting just outside the terminal exit holding a sign with your name — no airport vendors, no lines.

4Direct ride to your door

Relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle straight to your hotel in Cozumel — no stops, no sharing.

What’s included in your Cozumel transfer

✓ Included in the price
  • Private vehicle, exclusive to your group
  • Meet & greet — driver with your name at the exit
  • Real-time flight tracking & free wait time
  • All taxes, tolls and fuel
  • Door-to-door to any hotel, resort or Airbnb
  • Professional, bilingual driver
  • Child & booster seats on request
  • Free cancellation with Premium · 24/7 support
Optional / not included
  • Driver gratuity (optional, appreciated)
  • Grocery or OXXO stop on the way (just ask)
  • Food and drinks during the ride
  • Activities, tours and hotel charges

How to get from Cancun Airport to Cozumel

Every way to make the trip — here is how a private transfer compares on price, time and hassle.

Option Price Time Door-to-door Transfers
Private transfer to pier Recommended Flat rate / vehicle ~46 min Yes — right at the pier None · direct
Shared shuttle to pier per person 1–1.5 h Yes, after stops Several drop-offs
ADO bus to Playa ~208–230 MXN 1–1.5 h No — downtown station Then walk to the pier
Taxi ~800–1,200 MXN ~55 min Yes Negotiate at the curb

+ Cozumel ferry ticket, roughly 18 to 23 USD each way.

FAQs about your Cozumel transportation

Can I take an Uber from Cancun Airport to the Cozumel ferry?

Uber is restricted at Cancun Airport and unreliable — risky when you have a ferry sailing to catch in Playa del Carmen. A pre-booked private transfer is a confirmed driver waiting when you land who drops you at the pier in time, at a fixed price.

Do you take me all the way to Cozumel island?

We drive you to the Playa del Carmen ferry terminal; from there you board the passenger ferry to the island. We do not sell the ferry ticket — you buy it at the pier, and ferries run frequently through the day.

Is the transfer price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The flat rate for the drive to the ferry covers your whole group up to the vehicle capacity, not per seat. The ferry ticket is separate.

Can you pick me up when I come back from Cozumel?

Yes. Book round trip and we will be at the Playa del Carmen ferry terminal to take you back to the airport, timed to your return crossing.

Where will my driver meet me at the airport?

At the terminal exit with a sign showing your name, then straight to the ferry pier — no airport taxi queue.

How far in advance should I book?

At least 24 to 48 hours ahead is best, especially if you want to time the drive to a specific ferry departure to Cozumel.

How long is the drive to the ferry?

About 55 minutes (55 km) from Cancun Airport to the Playa del Carmen pier. The ferry crossing itself is another ~45 minutes.

Which pier do you drop me at?

The Playa del Carmen passenger ferry terminal by default. If you are taking the car ferry, we can drop you at Punta Venado instead — just let us know.

What if my flight is delayed — will I miss the ferry?

We track your flight and adjust the pickup automatically, so you reach the pier ready to catch the next crossing. Your driver waits at no extra cost.

Can you carry dive gear and extra luggage?

Yes. Tell us how many passengers and bags (and any dive gear) and we will assign a vehicle with room to spare.

How and when do I pay?

You pay for the transfer securely online when you book — card, Apple Pay or Google Pay — with instant confirmation. The ferry ticket is paid separately at the pier.

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