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Dec 6 — Dec 131
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Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025

Find the latest flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on November 6, 2025.

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$457

Round-trip from

$265

One-way from

$126
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

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Thu 11/206:30 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/610:12 amCUN - LGA
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$259
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Tue 11/186:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/212:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$265
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Fri 11/144:59 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop17h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/182:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$268
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Wed 11/125:55 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/192:44 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$268
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Sat 12/136:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/202:36 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$269
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Thu 11/206:20 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/226:08 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop6h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$269
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Tue 12/26:30 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/42:36 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$270
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Thu 11/206:20 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/232:44 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop9h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$270
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Tue 11/186:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/122:36 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$271
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Thu 11/206:20 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/242:44 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop9h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$271
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Mon 11/176:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/22:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$272
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Mon 11/247:00 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 11mJetBlue
Wed 12/312:40 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 11/5$272

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 11/19

8:05 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Fri 11/21

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$280

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

8:15 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

4:35 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$280

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

7:59 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop16h 04m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

1:57 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$282

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Wed 1/28

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$285

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Cancun

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$285

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

8:19 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Cancun

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$285

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/5

8:15 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Cancun

Sun 1/11

5:45 pm-12:51 am

1 stop7h 06m

$290

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/22

9:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Cancun

Wed 1/28

5:09 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$295

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/4

9:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

12:35 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$295

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Cancun

Tue 1/27

12:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$295

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Best time to book a flight to Playa del Carmen

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen?

On average, a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen takes 7 hours 38 minutes. Flights to Playa del Carmen from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability to Playa del Carmen

The most flights from New York to Playa del Carmen are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Playa del Carmen are JetBlue, United Airlines and American Airlines.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $259
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $161
Delta
Delta
From $143
JetBlue
JetBlue
From $140

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Playa del Carmen are Delta, Aeromexico and Air Canada.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

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

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 November 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Aeromexico to Mexico. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,672 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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, Frontier 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 $65.

  • 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 50 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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