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$411+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — CUN
Jul 14 — Jul 211
Tue 7/14
Tue 7/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:00 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Wed 9/308:45 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop13h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:30 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 7/2712:55 pm
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop25h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$506
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:30 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop10h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 8/58:45 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop13h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/267:30 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop10h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 8/48:45 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop13h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/114:44 pm
ILM
-
CUN
2 stops20h 49m
United Airlines
Thu 8/135:22 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops21h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$536
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/110:20 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop5h 10m
Delta
Tue 12/811:20 am
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops11h 44m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2810:29 am
ILM
-
CUN
2 stops27h 32m
Delta
Thu 7/301:30 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops20h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/12$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:30 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 7/133:38 pm
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop22h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$550
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/124:44 pm
ILM
-
CUN
2 stops27h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 8/172:49 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$555

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Cancun

Wed 9/30

8:45 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$411

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 8/11

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Cancun

Thu 8/13

1:43 pm-3:18 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$536

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 8/12

4:44 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Cancun

Wed 8/26

2:49 pm-3:18 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$536
Quickest round-trip

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 8/12

2:29 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Cancun

Wed 8/26

3:22 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$539

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/28

10:25 am-8:15 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Thu 10/1

8:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$539

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/1

10:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Cancun

Tue 12/8

11:20 am-11:04 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$539

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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 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!

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. 1 airline has flights to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington New Hanover County on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    United Airlines can get you from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in just under 7h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen is about 1065 mi.

  • 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.

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Top airline flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$486Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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