Protest Over Uber At The Cancun Airport Slows Traffic Temporarily

Local taxi drivers from The Cancun Sun report on a recent protest at Cancun International Airport that temporarily slowed traffic as transport unions demonstrated against ride-sharing services.

Taxi and transport union members conducted a "slow march" protest on Friday along the main access roads to Cancun Airport, escorted by National Guard forces. The demonstration stems from ongoing tensions between licensed airport transporters and ride-sharing apps like Uber and DiDi, who unions claim operate illegally at the federally-controlled airport despite being authorized in Quintana Roo state since 2023.

• Licensed transporters argue ride-sharing drivers lack required federal permits and proper commercial insurance for airport pickups
• The legal gray area exists because airports fall under federal jurisdiction while ride-sharing authorization covers state operations
• Pre-booking airport transfers with reputable shuttle companies remains the safest option to avoid potential confrontations
• Official airport taxi vouchers purchased inside the terminal provide another secure alternative for travelers