The closest airport to Tulum is the Cancun International Airport, located about 118 kilometers (73 miles) away. The airport also serves Playa del Carmen, which means you can easily get to either destination after you’ve landed in Cancun.
The drive from the airport in Cancun to Tulum should take about 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on local traffic conditions and the weather. The easiest way to make the journey is to rent a car and drive yourself, book a taxi directly from the airport, or hop on board one of the shuttles.