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COMMERCIAL AIRLINES There are many major commercial airlines that fly into Cozumel. Flight schedules do change depending on seasons. Some major airports also have direct flights into Cozumel. Check out these airlines for flights and specials:
CHARTER AIRLINES There are many charter airlines that fly into Cozumel. Sometimes a charter flight may be cheaper than a commercial airline, sometimes not. Here's a list of US charter companies, unless otherwise stated, you may want to check out: WHAT ABOUT FLYING INTO CANCUN? This may be a cost-effective option, but not necessarily at time-effective option. You would fly into Cancun, take transportation to Playa del Carmen, and board one of the ferries leaving for Cozumel. Once you dock in Cozumel, it's a short taxi ride to Agua Azul at El Cantil Norte or a nice leisurely walk (if you have limited bags). The return to Cancun is just as simple. See our page about the Cozumel to Playa del Carmen Ferry Transportation for more information. WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE AIRPORT Do not let one of the "travel agents" standing at the gate persuade you hop aboard their shuttle. Getting to Agua Azul is as simple as hiring a taxi (about $8) and tell your driver you need to go to El Cantil Norte. Once there, check-in at the main office and begin your vacation! PASSPORT INFORMATION Beginning January 23, 2007, all U.S. citizens traveling by air between the United States of America and Mexico are required to present a valid passport. For information about passport or other citizenship documentation requirements for U.S. citizens, the U.S. State Department's travel web site or call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778. For additional passport information, you can also visit the United States Postal Service website. TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN If you are traveling alone with a minor or have a minor traveling alone to visit you, the Mexican government requires that the child has a notarized letter with BOTH parental signatures allowing the child to travel. This applies whether or not the child is traveling with one parent and regardless of what type of passport under which the child travels. Though enforcement of by the Mexican government is reportedly uneven, U.S. airlines are also obligated to respect this Mexican requirement for flights into Mexico and leaving Mexico (not a U.S. law). There are known incidents of children not being allowed to board planes headed for Mexico and children being put on the next flight back after arrival in Mexico because of lack of proper documentation. Please keep this in mind for all of your international travel. Remember, the document must be signed by both parents in the presence of a certified notary.
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