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Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico from $387

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TYS — CUN
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) 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 10, 2024.

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$339
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From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Playa del Carmen
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen?

To save up to 57% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 16 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen from $411 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $411 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to Playa del Carmen from Knoxville. Prices for April average $625 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $421. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a April flight can save you 38% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

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

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

Find cheap flight options from Knoxville 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 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 7/169:01 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/2312:29 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$387
Mon 7/810:40 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop15h 22mFrontier
Tue 7/1611:47 amCUN - TYS
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$404
Tue 7/1610:00 amTYS - CUN
2 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/239:04 amCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$434
Mon 7/811:49 amTYS - CUN
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/169:04 amCUN - TYS
2 stops10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$440
Thu 6/276:30 amTYS - CUN
1 stop6h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/19:10 amCUN - TYS
1 stop21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$449
Mon 7/811:49 amTYS - CUN
2 stops22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1612:29 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$451
Tue 7/1610:00 amTYS - CUN
3 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/239:04 amCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$461
Tue 7/1610:00 amTYS - CUN
2 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/2310:35 amCUN - TYS
3 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$466
Mon 7/2910:40 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop15h 22mFrontier
Sat 8/311:49 amCUN - TYS
1 stop27h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$473

Knoxville to Playa del Carmen 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Knoxville and Playa del Carmen in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 7/169:01 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/2312:29 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$387
Mon 7/810:40 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop15h 22mFrontier
Tue 7/1611:47 amCUN - TYS
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$404
Tue 9/37:03 pmTYS - CUN
2 stops17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/79:34 amCUN - TYS
2 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$427
Tue 9/37:03 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/711:10 amCUN - TYS
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$432
Tue 7/1610:00 amTYS - CUN
2 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/239:04 amCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$434
Mon 7/811:49 amTYS - CUN
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/169:04 amCUN - TYS
2 stops10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$440
Thu 6/276:30 amTYS - CUN
1 stop6h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/19:10 amCUN - TYS
1 stop21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$449
Mon 7/811:49 amTYS - CUN
2 stops22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1612:29 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$451
Fri 9/136:24 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop16h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/178:00 amCUN - TYS
1 stop14h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$458

Knoxville to Playa del Carmen flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 6/2012:24 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/2412:30 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$500
Thu 6/201:30 pmTYS - CUN
2 stops19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/2412:30 pmCUN - TYS
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$503
Thu 6/206:30 amTYS - CUN
2 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/249:22 amCUN - TYS
2 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$516
Thu 6/2012:24 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/239:31 amCUN - TYS
1 stop12h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$544
Thu 6/206:30 amTYS - CUN
2 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/249:22 amCUN - TYS
3 stops34h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$561
Thu 6/201:30 pmTYS - CUN
2 stops19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/232:05 pmCUN - TYS
2 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$572
Mon 6/1711:21 amTYS - CUN
3 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/239:58 amCUN - TYS
3 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$599
Mon 6/1711:21 amTYS - CUN
2 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/239:58 amCUN - TYS
3 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$608
Thu 6/207:19 pmTYS - CUN
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2310:25 amCUN - TYS
2 stops33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$615

Find flights from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/16

1 stop11h 19m

Cancun

Tue 7/23

1 stop7h 07m

$387

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/8

1 stop15h 22m

Cancun

Tue 7/16

1 stop8h 50m

$404

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 9/3

2 stops17h 24m

Cancun

Sat 9/7

2 stops25h 01m

$427

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 9/3

1 stop14h 12m

Cancun

Sat 9/7

2 stops23h 25m

$432

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/13

1 stop16h 36m

Cancun

Tue 9/17

1 stop14h 50m

$458

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/13

1 stop9h 40m

Cancun

Tue 9/17

2 stops10h 12m

$462

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/29

1 stop15h 22m

Cancun

Sat 8/3

1 stop27h 02m

$473

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/6

1 stop9h 42m

Cancun

Tue 9/10

2 stops11h 41m

$485

Knoxville McGhee TysonCancun

TYS - CUN

TYSCUN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/27

1 stop11h 56m

Cancun

Mon 9/30

2 stops13h 20m

$508

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen is 15 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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What is the cheapest day to fly from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 Knoxville 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 10, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Frontier and Delta from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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
10,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Avianca
7.5
Good
3,563 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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
14,138 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
7,070 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Playa del Carmen?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Playa del Carmen from Knoxville. Booking flights from McGhee Tyson (TYS) to Playa del Carmen should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Playa del Carmen from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $387, but on average you can expect to pay $456.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen for under $500?

    There are currently 13+ open flights from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What does TYS to CUN mean?

    TYS stands for Knoxville McGhee Tyson 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. Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Playa del Carmen?

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

    The Knoxville to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

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

    American Airlines, Aeromexico and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen (average of $339). Flying from Knoxville 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 5 airlines flying from Knoxville to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$245Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$335Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$393Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$424Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$487Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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