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Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico from $266

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Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) 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 April 19, 2024.

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November

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February

Round-trip from

$339

One-way from

$266
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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen, book at least 15 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 139% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $610 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $620.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in November. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Playa del Carmen. Flights to Playa del Carmen from San Luis Obispo in February are about $642 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $259.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen (SBP - PL9)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Playa del Carmen. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,180,550 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 9/106:11 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1811:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$435
Tue 9/104:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/188:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$439
Sat 9/144:05 pmSBP - CUN
1 stop21h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/188:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$441
Sat 10/124:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/198:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$567
Sat 10/124:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/195:03 pmCUN - SBP
2 stops20h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$581
Sat 10/1212:21 pmSBP - CUN
1 stop24h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/198:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$635
Wed 6/126:00 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/1611:55 amCUN - SBP
2 stops10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$822

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Playa del Carmen. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,180,550 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from San Luis Obispo and landing in Playa del Carmen. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 9/102:10 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/187:51 amCUN - SBP
2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$464
Wed 6/125:15 amSBP - CUN
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:00 pmCUN - SBP
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$880
Wed 6/125:15 amSBP - CUN
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/165:40 amCUN - SBP
2 stops20h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$899
Wed 6/125:15 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:00 pmCUN - SBP
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$989
Wed 6/125:15 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:00 pmCUN - SBP
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$1,012

San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Luis Obispo and Playa del Carmen in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,180,550 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 9/106:11 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1811:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$435
Tue 9/104:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/188:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$439
Sat 9/144:05 pmSBP - CUN
1 stop21h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/188:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$441
Tue 9/102:10 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/187:51 amCUN - SBP
2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$464
Sat 10/124:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/198:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$567
Sat 10/124:05 pmSBP - CUN
2 stops17h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/195:03 pmCUN - SBP
2 stops20h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$581
Sat 10/1212:21 pmSBP - CUN
1 stop24h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/198:05 amCUN - SBP
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$635
Wed 6/126:00 amSBP - CUN
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/1611:55 amCUN - SBP
2 stops10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$822
Wed 6/125:15 amSBP - CUN
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/165:40 amCUN - SBP
2 stops17h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$880

One-way flights to Playa del Carmen from San Luis Obispo

Search for one-way flight options from San Luis Obispo 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 3,180,550 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Users needing a return flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen should utilize the search form above.
Wed 5/155:15 amSBP - CUN
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$266
Wed 5/156:00 amSBP - CUN
1 stop11h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$279

Find flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo 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 3,180,550 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

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San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/10

1 stop9h 14m

Cancun

Wed 9/18

1 stop11h 22m

$435

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/10

2 stops17h 10m

Cancun

Wed 9/18

1 stop14h 22m

$439

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 9/14

1 stop21h 13m

Cancun

Wed 9/18

1 stop14h 22m

$441

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/10

2 stops17h 54m

Cancun

Wed 9/18

2 stops11h 45m

$464

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/12

2 stops15h 05m

Cancun

Sat 10/19

1 stop14h 22m

$567

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/12

2 stops17h 51m

Cancun

Sat 10/19

2 stops20h 37m

$581

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/12

1 stop24h 43m

Cancun

Sat 10/19

1 stop14h 22m

$635

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 6/12

2 stops14h 52m

Cancun

Sun 6/16

1 stop17h 45m

$880

San Luis Obispo CountyCancun

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 6/12

2 stops14h 52m

Cancun

Sun 6/16

2 stops20h 04m

$899

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Deals found on 4/18

When is the best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen is currently $273 while a round-trip flight costs $593. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen (average of $339). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $424). 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.

January

$339

February

$371

March

$424

April

$409

May

$386

June

$421

July

$408

August

$388

September

$347

October

$400

November

$387

December

$390

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

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 April 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,333 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,333 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,954 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from County. San Luis Obispo County (SBP) is just 3.3 mi from the center of the city. County is the only San Luis Obispo airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from San Luis Obispo County on a regular basis.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $435, but on average you can expect to pay $680.

  • What does SBP to CUN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Luis Obispo County Airport to Cancun Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SBP to CUN flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen flight deals updated?

    The San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/19.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

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American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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