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Nov 28 — Dec 51
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Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$540

Round-trip from

$375
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Playa del Carmen

When is the cheapest time to fly to Playa del Carmen?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Playa del Carmen should consider flying on Sunday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Wednesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Aeromexico, andUnited Airlines to Mexico. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,429 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,443 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,075 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,201 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,681 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen, Mexico Travel Information

  • Go to Alux, one of the many bars on the lively Quinta Avenida.  Alux is special because it is in a cave, so make sure you see it even if you end up somewhere else.
  • Visit Tulum one of the ancient ruined cities of the Mayan civilization. It is not the largest but is close to Playa del Carmen and is one of the best preserved, and all the more dramatic because it overlooks the sea and a rocky hillside.  Why did the Mayans die out?
  • Swim with dolphins at Xcaret the best known nature park.  You can also scuba dive, and dive in caverns, or see jaguars, manatees, sea turtles and other endangered species. Or just take it easy and lie back in a hammock in a tropical forest.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Playa del Carmen?

    A round-trip flight to Playa del Carmen will typically cost around $169, however they can be found for as little as $71.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Miami offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 52 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0.0 mi away from Cancun).

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