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Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico from $280

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ILM — CUN
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Playa del Carmen (PL9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$339

One-way from

$280
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From Wilmington New Hanover County to Playa del Carmen
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

To save up to 104% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 51 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen from $337 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $517 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Playa del Carmen. Flights to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington in February are about $511 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $320.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ILM to PL9?

When flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Prices were last updated on June 11, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 7/119:55 amILM - CUN
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ILM
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$448
Wed 7/107:30 amILM - CUN
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1710:50 amCUN - ILM
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$500
Thu 7/119:55 amILM - CUN
3 stops30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ILM
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$520
Thu 7/118:12 pmILM - CUN
1 stop15h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1712:29 pmCUN - ILM
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$525
Wed 7/106:45 amILM - CUN
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1712:00 pmCUN - ILM
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$552
Thu 7/119:55 amILM - CUN
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/179:10 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$553
Wed 7/105:00 amILM - CUN
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1711:45 amCUN - ILM
2 stops11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$592
Thu 7/116:00 amILM - CUN
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1712:29 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$629

Wilmington to Playa del Carmen 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Wilmington and Playa del Carmen in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 11/1911:05 amILM - CUN
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Tue 11/261:15 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops10h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/10$443
Thu 7/119:55 amILM - CUN
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ILM
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$448
Fri 12/66:00 amILM - CUN
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/111:25 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$452
Sat 9/215:16 pmILM - CUN
1 stop17h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/2912:40 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$462
Wed 9/259:12 amILM - CUN
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/304:20 pmCUN - ILM
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$468
Wed 9/255:50 amILM - CUN
2 stops8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/3012:00 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$472
Mon 8/126:00 amILM - CUN
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/1810:40 amCUN - ILM
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$484
Fri 8/165:00 amILM - CUN
2 stops8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/2212:45 pmCUN - ILM
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$488
Thu 9/1911:04 amILM - CUN
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/222:35 pmCUN - ILM
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$498

One-way flights to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington

Search for one-way flight options from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Thu 7/188:12 pmILM - CUN
1 stop15h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$280
Thu 7/187:30 amILM - CUN
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$330

Find flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/19

1 stop9h 48m

Cancun

Tue 11/26

2 stops10h 40m

$443

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/11

2 stops16h 40m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

3 stops26h 30m

$448

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/6

2 stops8h 35m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

2 stops10h 04m

$452

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/21

1 stop17h 44m

Cancun

Sun 9/29

2 stops9h 22m

$462

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 9/25

1 stop7h 08m

Cancun

Mon 9/30

1 stop6h 39m

$468

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/15

1 stop9h 48m

Cancun

Mon 11/18

2 stops11h 10m

$508

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/11

3 stops30h 37m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

3 stops26h 30m

$520

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/19

1 stop9h 48m

Cancun

Tue 11/26

1 stop9h 07m

$533

Wilmington New Hanover CountyCancun

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 8/28

2 stops9h 36m

Cancun

Sun 9/1

2 stops19h 01m

$536

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

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Temperature and rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CUN

Temperature

75.2 - 86 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Playa del Carmen. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Playa del Carmen. Reviews last updated June 11, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and Delta from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,402 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,129 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,743 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from New Hanover County. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city. New Hanover County is the only Wilmington airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington New Hanover County on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $443, but on average you can expect to pay $492.

  • What does ILM to CUN mean?

    ILM stands for Wilmington New Hanover County Airport, while CUN stands for Cancun Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight deals updated?

    The Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/11.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen (average of $339). Flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$534Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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