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$107+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CUN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 amSJO - CUN
1 stop6h 00mAvianca
Wed 12/244:50 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$264
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:07 pmSJO - CUN
1 stop15h 02mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/244:41 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop15h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$277
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:07 pmSJO - CUN
1 stop14h 58mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/2411:50 amCUN - SJO
1 stop11h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$320
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Wed 12/2411:22 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 12/17$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/292:00 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$324
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/211:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Fri 12/2611:22 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 12/17$328
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:07 pmSJO - CUN
1 stop15h 42mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/164:42 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop15h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$330
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/2412:35 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$331
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:50 pmSJO - CUN
1 stop17h 50mAvianca
Thu 12/253:40 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop9h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:40 amLIR - CUN
2 stops29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/13:40 pmCUN - LIR
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$816
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/162:20 pmLIR - CUN
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/214:47 pmCUN - LIR
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,016
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:25 pmLIR - CUN
1 stop25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/211:14 pmCUN - LIR
1 stop46h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,204

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen

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

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$216
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$107
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$312
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

5:46 am-10:01 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

11:24 am-7:00 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$283

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

5:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Mon 2/16

2:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$286

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/11

6:18 pm-10:33 am

1 stop15h 15m

Cancun

Thu 4/16

4:49 pm-7:11 am

1 stop15h 22m

$294

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/26

10:08 am-10:01 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Cancun

Wed 4/1

4:49 pm-7:11 am

1 stop15h 22m

$304

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/12

10:05 am-10:01 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Cancun

Mon 6/15

10:46 am-6:26 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$315

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/1

6:18 pm-10:46 am

1 stop15h 28m

Cancun

Tue 4/7

11:24 am-7:00 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$316

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/10

5:56 pm-10:31 am

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

4:32 pm-7:06 am

1 stop15h 34m

$326

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

5:56 pm-10:44 am

1 stop15h 48m

Cancun

Tue 1/20

4:32 pm-7:06 am

1 stop15h 34m

$326

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/22

10:08 am-10:01 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Cancun

Sun 5/3

7:04 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$326

LiberiaCancún

LIR - CUN

LIRCUN

Liberia

Mon 1/19

4:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Cancun

Sat 1/24

2:23 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 27m

$497

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Deals found on 12/15

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen (average of $57). Flying from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 CR to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 59% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Volaris Costa Rica, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico from Costa Rica 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.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,629 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,156 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    The Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like Copa Airlines, Avianca, and Alaska Airlines fly from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen in about 8h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 02m. There are 783 mi between Costa Rica and Playa del Carmen. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $83. Volaris Costa Rica flights start at $91 while deals on Avianca start at $130 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen is generally $236, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $76. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen (average of $57). Flying from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$82Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$153Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$156Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$186Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$243Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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