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$147+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — CUN
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen

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Round-trip from

$330
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$147
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$473
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 9/67:11 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/139:16 amCUN - BUF
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$330
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:15 amBUF - CUN
1 stop6h 15mAeromexico
Tue 9/168:00 amCUN - BUF
1 stop9h 03mAeromexico
Deal found 8/10$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/2311:10 amBUF - CUN
2 stops10h 05mDelta
Sat 9/2712:39 pmCUN - BUF
1 stop10h 42mDelta
Deal found 8/8$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:11 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/279:16 amCUN - BUF
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:15 amBUF - CUN
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Mon 9/1512:39 pmCUN - BUF
1 stop10h 42mDelta
Deal found 8/10$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 10/2511:15 amBUF - CUN
2 stops10h 05mDelta
Sat 11/18:00 amCUN - BUF
2 stops14h 56mDelta
Deal found 8/11$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/167:05 amBUF - CUN
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/3012:20 pmCUN - BUF
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/10$373
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:13 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/178:10 amCUN - BUF
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 11/2012:09 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Thu 11/278:49 amCUN - BUF
2 stops12h 37mDelta
Deal found 8/9$401
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/303:55 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop20h 58mJetBlue
Tue 9/161:00 pmCUN - BUF
1 stop8h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 8/10$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 11/101:29 pmBUF - CUN
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1910:37 amCUN - BUF
2 stops27h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$407

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 August 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Buffalo

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Playa del Carmen

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BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 9/6

7:11 pm-8:11 am

1 stop14h 00m

Cancun

Sat 9/13

9:16 am-6:14 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$330

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 9/13

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-6:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$339

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Tue 9/23

11:10 am-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Cancun

Sat 9/27

12:39 pm-12:21 am

1 stop10h 42m

$351

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 9/13

7:11 pm-8:11 am

1 stop14h 00m

Cancun

Sat 9/27

9:16 am-6:14 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$357

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Cancun

Mon 9/29

12:39 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$360

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 10/25

10:30 am-8:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Cancun

Sat 11/1

8:00 am-11:39 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$364

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Tue 9/16

7:05 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Cancun

Tue 9/30

12:20 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$373

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Fri 10/10

9:13 pm-10:26 am

1 stop14h 13m

Cancun

Fri 10/17

8:10 am-11:40 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$384

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Thu 9/18

11:10 am-12:59 am

2 stops14h 49m

Cancun

Tue 9/30

8:10 am-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 46m

$401

BuffaloCancún

BUF - CUN

BUFCUN

Buffalo

Sat 8/30

3:55 pm-11:53 am

1 stop20h 58m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

1:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$402

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 BUF to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 August 11, 2025.

When flying from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buffalo 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 August 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen, such as Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,978 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.3 mi from the city center, Buffalo is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Playa del Carmen from Buffalo. Booking flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Playa del Carmen should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Playa del Carmen from 6 different airlines.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Buffalo to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 Buffalo to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$171Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$203Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$347Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$365Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$397Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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