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$110+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CUN
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Playa del Carmen are usually found in June or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$252
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$110
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$434
From Detroit (DTT) to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/297:35 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/39:16 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$252
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/76:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/119:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$256
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:43 amDTW - CUN
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/159:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/297:35 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/79:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$266
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/47:21 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/1110:40 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/47:35 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop13h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/119:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/37:35 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/119:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$271
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/119:18 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop3h 39mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/159:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$273
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/184:50 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/229:09 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$274

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-6:58 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Cancun

Fri 12/5

3:15 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$420

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/18

1:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

1:49 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$475

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

10:05 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Cancun

Mon 1/26

3:20 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$511

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/13

7:08 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 07m

Cancun

Mon 12/15

8:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$521

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Cancun

Mon 3/2

1:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$526

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

6:25 am-7:45 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Cancun

Sat 1/10

8:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$530

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:30 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Cancun

Sun 1/25

12:05 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$531

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

8:41 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 44m

Cancun

Thu 10/16

8:00 am-11:38 pm

1 stop14h 38m

$531

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

8:25 am-8:45 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Cancun

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-8:38 pm

2 stops13h 38m

$536

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

8:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Cancun

Tue 3/10

11:15 am-4:04 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$541

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 16, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit 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 September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines from Detroit 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,019 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city. All airports is the only Detroit airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Playa del Carmen per day. 9 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Detroit All airports on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen can take about 7h 25m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $475. The distance from Detroit to Playa del Carmen is about 1477 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Playa del Carmen on time: Spirit Airlines (97%), Delta (93%), Aeromexico (93%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $121. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cancun) can be booked for $308 on average, our data indicates $400 when flying from Detroit to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Detroit 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$222Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$230Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$248Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$346Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$379Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$380Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$382Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$510Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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