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$96+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — CUN
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Fri 12/58:00 amAUS - CUN
1 stop12h 20mDelta
Wed 12/1011:17 amCUN - AUS
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/5$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:55 amAUS - CUN
2 stops32h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:36 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$350
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:00 amAUS - CUN
2 stops28h 44mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/212:44 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:00 amAUS - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/242:44 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$352
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/125:30 amAUS - CUN
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1711:33 amCUN - AUS
1 stop23h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:00 amAUS - CUN
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/101:10 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$354
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:30 pmAUS - CUN
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/192:44 pmCUN - AUS
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$355
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Wed 11/195:00 amAUS - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/252:44 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:01 amAUS - CUN
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/611:31 amCUN - AUS
Nonstop2h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/175:00 amAUS - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/242:44 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$358
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:18 pmAUS - CUN
2 stops16h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/32:44 pmCUN - AUS
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$360

Cheap flight deals from Austin to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Austin to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(Delta)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$542
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/27

10:59 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Cancun

Wed 12/3

8:49 am-5:54 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$349

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/10

5:30 am-7:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Cancun

Sat 12/13

8:10 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$349

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 12/5

6:40 am-9:20 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Cancun

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-5:54 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$349

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/27

10:59 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Cancun

Sat 12/6

12:20 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$349

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 1/6

7:25 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Cancun

Mon 1/12

5:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 35m

$358

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 1/8

8:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Cancun

Sun 1/11

5:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 35m

$363

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 12/4

12:21 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Cancun

Tue 12/9

2:44 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$376

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 1/3

9:50 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Cancun

Thu 1/8

5:55 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$378

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 12/1

12:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Cancun

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-5:32 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$381

AustinCancún

AUS - CUN

AUSCUN

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/10

7:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

11:05 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$388

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Best time to book a flight from Austin to Playa del Carmen

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Austin with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Austin to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Austin to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). Flying from Austin to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Austin to Playa del Carmen is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 48% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Austin to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

The most flights from AUS to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Playa del Carmen?

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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Austin to Playa del Carmen, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Viva
7.0
Good
789 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Austin 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 Austin to Playa del Carmen?

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Austin to Playa del Carmen. You should not have trouble finding flights to Playa del Carmen from Austin Bergstrom; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Playa del Carmen per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Austin airport to Playa del Carmen. It is only a 7.5 mi journey to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) from Austin’s city center.

  • How popular is this Austin to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    Flights from Austin Bergstrom to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 7 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $349, Delta can have you in Playa del Carmen from Austin in 9h 21m. The distance from Austin to Playa del Carmen is about 922 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Austin to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $183. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - Cancun) can be booked for $257 on average, our data indicates $380 when flying from Austin to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). Flying from Austin to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 9 airlines flying from Austin to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Austin 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$177Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$183Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$200Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$215Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$291Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$314Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$381Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$397Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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