How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?

Airlines like Southwest, Aeromexico, and Delta fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen in about 5h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 33m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen is about 865 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?

When booking a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or Aeromexico as they are the most popular for this route.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen?

If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from Birmingham, you will be flying from Birmingham, which is the city’s only airport. Birmingham (BHM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Birmingham. There are 0 flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen per day from 6 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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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Thu 12/256:24 amBHM - CUN

1 stop10h 26mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/16:30 amCUN - BHM

1 stop14h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$635

Sat 12/2011:00 amBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines

Mon 12/226:30 amCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$642

Fri 12/195:20 amBHM - CUN

1 stop9h 13mDelta

Tue 12/2311:25 amCUN - BHM

1 stop9h 28mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$647

Mon 12/225:20 amBHM - CUN

2 stops9h 45mDelta

Sat 12/2712:25 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop11h 06mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$651

Wed 12/172:28 pmBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 52mDelta

Fri 12/1912:13 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop7h 08mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$652

Wed 12/176:01 amBHM - CUN

2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines

Fri 12/192:28 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$656

Wed 12/175:35 amBHM - CUN

2 stops10h 25mSouthwest

Fri 12/198:20 amCUN - BHM

2 stops9h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/15

$657

Wed 12/247:48 amBHM - CUN

1 stop6h 32mDelta

Wed 12/318:00 amCUN - BHM

1 stop5h 13mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$674

Wed 12/248:34 amBHM - CUN

1 stop26h 39mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/3111:35 amCUN - BHM

1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$742

Fri 12/196:24 amBHM - CUN

1 stop12h 54mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/16:30 amCUN - BHM

1 stop14h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$745

Fri 12/196:24 amBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines

Sun 12/218:39 amCUN - BHM

2 stops14h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$756

Sat 12/201:48 pmBHM - CUN

1 stop29h 56mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/16:30 amCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$761

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Tue 2/245:45 amBHM - CUN

1 stop8h 40mSouthwest

Thu 2/262:50 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/14

$469

Thu 1/299:13 amBHM - CUN

1 stop10h 58mAeromexico

Thu 2/54:40 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop7h 14mAeromexico

Deal found 12/15

$491

Mon 3/162:34 pmBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 25mDelta

Thu 3/198:00 amCUN - BHM

1 stop10h 34mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$496

Mon 3/95:46 pmBHM - CUN

2 stops16h 29mDelta

Tue 3/1711:15 amCUN - BHM

2 stops11h 38mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

Tue 3/105:20 amBHM - CUN

2 stops14h 40mDelta

Tue 3/1711:15 amCUN - BHM

2 stops11h 38mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

Sun 3/87:39 pmBHM - CUN

2 stops14h 26mDelta

Tue 3/1711:15 amCUN - BHM

2 stops11h 38mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

Sat 3/75:22 pmBHM - CUN

2 stops17h 43mDelta

Wed 3/1110:10 amCUN - BHM

1 stop4h 59mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

Sat 3/75:22 pmBHM - CUN

2 stops17h 43mDelta

Thu 3/128:00 amCUN - BHM

1 stop10h 34mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

Sat 3/75:22 pmBHM - CUN

2 stops17h 43mDelta

Tue 3/1711:15 amCUN - BHM

2 stops11h 38mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$498

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Tue 1/66:10 amBHM - CUN

2 stops12h 35mSouthwest

Tue 1/1312:10 pmCUN - BHM

2 stops10h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/16

$492

Tue 1/611:14 amBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/138:39 amCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$521

Thu 1/81:05 pmBHM - CUN

1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/134:26 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$559

Sat 1/109:18 amBHM - CUN

1 stop5h 12mAeromexico

Wed 1/141:40 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 34mAeromexico

Deal found 12/13

$518

Sat 1/106:39 pmBHM - CUN

1 stop15h 04mAmerican Airlines

Wed 1/143:15 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$529

Sat 1/107:30 amBHM - CUN

2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/148:39 amCUN - BHM

1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$554

Tue 1/137:45 amBHM - CUN

2 stops11h 15mAeromexico

Thu 1/155:45 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop6h 09mAeromexico

Deal found 12/14

$546

Tue 1/137:30 amBHM - CUN

1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/158:39 amCUN - BHM

1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$549

Mon 1/195:10 amBHM - CUN

1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines

Sun 1/252:22 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$528

Thu 1/299:13 amBHM - CUN

1 stop10h 58mAeromexico

Thu 2/54:40 pmCUN - BHM

1 stop7h 14mAeromexico

Deal found 12/15

$491

Thu 1/297:30 amBHM - CUN

2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines

Thu 2/58:39 amCUN - BHM

2 stops14h 22mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$551

One-way flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen
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Sun 1/115:05 amBHM - CUN

2 stops9h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/14

$256

Sun 2/156:20 amBHM - CUN

2 stops11h 27mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$276

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BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

5:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Thu 2/26

2:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$469

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Thu 1/29

9:13 am-9:11 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Cancun

Thu 2/5

4:40 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$491

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Mon 3/16

2:34 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Cancun

Thu 3/19

8:00 am-6:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$496

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BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Mon 3/9

5:46 pm-10:15 am

2 stops16h 29m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

11:15 am-10:53 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Tue 3/10

5:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

11:15 am-10:53 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Sun 3/8

7:39 pm-10:05 am

2 stops14h 26m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

11:15 am-10:53 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Sat 3/7

5:22 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops17h 43m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

10:10 am-3:09 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Sat 3/7

5:22 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops17h 43m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

8:00 am-6:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Sat 3/7

5:22 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops17h 43m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

11:15 am-10:53 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$498

BirminghamCancún

BHM - CUN

BHMCUN

Birmingham

Sun 1/11

5:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$256

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?

The price you pay for your flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen (average of $263). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $473). 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 BHM to PL9?

It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Aeromexico from Birmingham 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.

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Delta

7.9

Good

8,008 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Aeromexico

7.4

Good

1,629 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,094 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,049 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen?
If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from Birmingham, you will be flying from Birmingham, which is the city’s only airport. Birmingham (BHM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Birmingham. There are 0 flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen per day from 6 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?
Airlines like Southwest, Aeromexico, and Delta fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen in about 5h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 33m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen is about 865 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen (average of $263). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $473). 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 6 airlines flying from Birmingham to Playa del Carmen

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$297	Average$396	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$451	Average$549	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$452	Average$606	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Aeromexico	Cheapest$463	Average$541	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$474	Average$688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$496	Average$638	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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