Playa del Carmen

$116+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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CMH — CUN
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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 enero 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$385
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$551
From Columbus to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 enero 8, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
dom. 2/110:40 amCMH - CUN
2 stops22h 33mSpirit Airlines
vie. 2/610:13 amCUN - CMH
2 stops23h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$387
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/159:30 amCMH - CUN
1 stop11h 30mAir Canada
dom. 4/198:55 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop23h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 1/8$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
lun. 1/195:45 amCMH - CUN
1 stop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/222:57 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$389
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/172:51 pmCMH - CUN
2 stops19h 17mFrontier
mié. 3/254:09 pmCUN - CMH
2 stops15h 21mFrontier
Deal found 1/8$390
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
mié. 1/79:30 amCMH - CUN
1 stop8h 30mAir Canada
mié. 1/1411:45 amCUN - CMH
1 stop9h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 1/6$391
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sáb. 1/179:30 amCMH - CUN
1 stop11h 45mAir Canada
vie. 1/2310:10 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop22h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 1/6$392
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/75:22 pmCMH - CUN
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 2/910:10 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$393
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mar. 2/35:45 amCMH - CUN
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 2/711:05 amCUN - CMH
2 stops12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$394
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
mié. 1/285:45 amCMH - CUN
3 stops28h 11mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/1710:50 amCUN - CMH
2 stops23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$395
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/122:51 pmCMH - CUN
2 stops19h 02mFrontier
mié. 3/1811:52 amCUN - CMH
2 stops19h 38mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$396
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
jue. 2/55:45 amCMH - CUN
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
mar. 2/1011:05 amCUN - CMH
2 stops12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sáb. 1/315:45 amCMH - CUN
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
mié. 2/41:21 pmCUN - CMH
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$398

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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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

mar. 4/21

12:29 pm-12:27 am

2 stops12h 58m

Cancun

jue. 4/23

12:35 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$472

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

lun. 2/2

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Cancun

vie. 2/6

11:18 am-10:16 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$472

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

dom. 2/1

6:25 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Cancun

vie. 2/6

12:05 pm-12:04 am

2 stops11h 59m

$477

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

jue. 2/5

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

11:18 am-12:04 am

2 stops12h 46m

$517

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

vie. 2/6

7:08 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

12:42 pm-12:04 am

2 stops11h 22m

$517

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

mié. 2/11

5:45 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Cancun

dom. 2/15

10:13 am-11:53 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$521

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

vie. 2/20

6:23 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 02m

Cancun

mar. 2/24

8:00 am-8:22 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$522

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

dom. 4/19

5:00 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops20h 01m

Cancun

lun. 4/27

12:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$522

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

lun. 2/2

6:25 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Cancun

sáb. 2/7

12:05 pm-12:04 am

2 stops11h 59m

$522

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

mar. 4/21

6:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Cancun

dom. 4/26

11:55 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$541

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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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 January 2, 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen (average of $221). Flying from Columbus to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 enero 8, 2026.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus 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 enero 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Playa del Carmen in 12h 58m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1330 mi.

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

    $106 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 Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $182 and $184, 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 $494, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $262. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Cancun), you can expect to pay $254 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen (average of $221). Flying from Columbus to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$221Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$261Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$360Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$383Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
VivaCheapest$394Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$433Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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