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

The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Playa del Carmen

The most flights from CHI to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 cheapest flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen?

While on average a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen is generally $786, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $211. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $292 for that flight.

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

Before booking your flight to Playa del Carmen from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (84%), Frontier (78%), Volaris( 78%).

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

The most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Playa del Carmen are United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to PL9?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,260 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,097 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Volaris

6.6

Okay

1,135 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Frontier

5.6

Fair

2,567 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,203 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

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What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Playa del Carmen for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Playa del Carmen?
Before booking your flight to Playa del Carmen from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (84%), Frontier (78%), Volaris( 78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen?
While on average a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen is generally $786, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $211. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $292 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Playa del Carmen

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Volaris	Cheapest$129	Average$417	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
Delta	Cheapest$158	Average$483	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Aeromexico	Cheapest$190	Average$429	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Frontier	Cheapest$194	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Viva	Cheapest$253	Average$420	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$262	Average$519	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$298	Average$596	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$304	Average$490	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$324	Average$574	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Air Canada	Cheapest$360	Average$451	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Playa del Carmen

The most flights from CHI to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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

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

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