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$102+ Cheap flights from California 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CUN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Mon 8/3
Mon 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from California to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 4, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/29:15 am
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop12h 35m
Viva
Mon 10/52:40 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop6h 59m
Viva
Deal found 7/4$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 7/2810:15 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 23m
Volaris
Tue 8/47:14 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop8h 30m
Volaris
Deal found 7/3$189
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:47 am
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop8h 52m
Aeromexico
Thu 9/1011:16 am
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop10h 05m
Aeromexico
Deal found 7/1$190
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/159:42 am
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/235:32 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
Nonstop4h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$191
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/611:34 pm
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop15h 04m
Aeromexico
Tue 11/108:50 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop16h 19m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/29$192
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:21 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 24m
Viva
Sun 10/183:55 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
Nonstop4h 40m
Viva
Deal found 6/29$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 10/98:21 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/132:21 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
Nonstop4h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/3010:15 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 23m
Volaris
Sun 8/27:14 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop8h 30m
Volaris
Deal found 7/3$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/88:21 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 24m
Viva
Wed 10/143:55 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
Nonstop4h 40m
Viva
Deal found 7/1$196
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1311:45 pm
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop23h 45m
Aeromexico
Sat 8/156:05 am
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop20h 35m
Aeromexico
Deal found 7/2$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/25:49 am
TIJ
-
CUN
1 stop13h 39m
Aeromexico
Sun 12/66:06 am
CUN
-
TIJ
1 stop7h 28m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/30$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 7/2810:15 am
TIJ
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 23m
Volaris
Thu 8/62:21 pm
CUN
-
TIJ
Nonstop4h 31m
Volaris
Deal found 7/3$199

Find flight deals from California to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated July 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$104
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$558
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 July 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Mon 11/30

7:22 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Cancun

Sat 12/5

9:40 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$206

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 11/19

6:39 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop25h 51m

Cancun

Mon 11/23

6:06 am-12:18 am

1 stop21h 12m

$221
Quickest round-trip

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 9/4

6:58 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Cancun

Fri 9/11

5:32 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$244

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sun 11/8

7:22 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Cancun

Sat 11/14

6:06 am-5:37 pm

1 stop14h 31m

$245

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 10/2

6:58 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Cancun

Wed 10/7

5:32 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$257

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sun 9/27

10:05 am-4:28 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Cancun

Sat 10/3

2:21 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$270

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 12/22

7:25 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Fri 2/26

10:30 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$273

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 8/29

10:15 am-4:38 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Cancun

Sat 9/19

2:21 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$287

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 8/28

10:05 am-4:28 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Cancun

Mon 8/31

5:32 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$288

TijuanaCancún

TIJ - CUN

TIJCUN

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 7/17

11:59 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Cancun

Thu 7/23

7:14 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 14m

$303

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 July 4, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 July 4, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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.

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

    Flights from California to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 172 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Viva, Aeromexico, and Volaris can get you from California to Playa del Carmen in just under 4h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 28m. There are 2009 mi between California and Playa del Carmen. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $126 and $127 on JetBlue and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Playa del Carmen?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Cancun, San Francisco - Cancun or Ontario - Cancun when deciding on the best route from California to Playa del Carmen.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Playa del Carmen?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Playa del Carmen consider choosing Aeromexico (94%), Korean Air (92%) or Delta (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $788 for a flight from California to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $194 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Cancun) is currently priced at $276.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 10 airlines flying from California to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 July 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$100Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$130Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$151Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$160Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$222Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$284Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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