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$109+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CUN
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Playa del Carmen are usually found in July or September, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$275
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$109
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$536
From Columbus to Playa del Carmen
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/68:53 pmCMH - CUN
1 stop12h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/912:26 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/18$282
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/279:22 amCMH - CUN
1 stop23h 42mFrontier
Wed 7/23:25 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop24h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/15$306
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - CUN
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1712:26 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop10h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$338
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:45 amCMH - CUN
2 stops13h 54mAeromexico
Fri 9/123:07 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop7h 49mAeromexico
Deal found 6/17$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Sun 9/147:00 amCMH - CUN
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/1911:35 amCUN - CMH
2 stops10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/308:30 amCMH - CUN
2 stops11h 14mDelta
Tue 10/78:10 amCUN - CMH
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/17$403
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/238:20 amCMH - CUN
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Sun 7/2712:10 pmCUN - CMH
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/16:00 amCMH - CUN
2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/165:22 pmCUN - CMH
2 stops15h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$488
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/167:00 amCMH - CUN
1 stop13h 40mAir Canada
Fri 6/208:45 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop24h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 6/16$493

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 7/7

8:53 pm-11:21 am

1 stop15h 28m

Cancun

Wed 7/9

12:26 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 52m

$278

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Fri 6/27

9:22 am-8:04 am

1 stop23h 42m

Cancun

Wed 7/2

3:25 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$306

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Thu 7/10

5:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Cancun

Thu 7/17

12:26 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 52m

$338

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 9/1

9:00 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Cancun

Fri 9/12

12:29 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$393

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Sun 9/14

7:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Cancun

Fri 9/19

11:35 am-11:07 pm

2 stops10h 32m

$398

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Wed 7/23

8:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Cancun

Sun 7/27

12:10 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$423

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Tue 7/1

7:10 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Cancun

Wed 7/16

12:20 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$483

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Thu 8/21

9:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Cancun

Thu 8/21

8:45 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$523

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Sat 8/23

5:15 am-12:37 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$109

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Thu 7/24

5:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$165

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 June 18, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico from Columbus to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,714 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    $109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $165 and $168, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen is generally $580, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $390. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Cancun), you can expect to pay $285 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Columbus 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 7 airlines flying from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$221Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$235Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$261Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$388Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VivaCheapest$391Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$509Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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