Playa del Carmen

$169+ 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 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CUN
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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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 34 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

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 May 8, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Tue 5/266:50 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Thu 5/283:22 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$314
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:05 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop28h 59m
Frontier
Thu 5/283:39 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop31h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Sun 5/248:05 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop28h 59m
Frontier
Wed 5/273:39 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop31h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 5/266:50 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Tue 6/23:22 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Tue 6/26:50 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Wed 6/103:01 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop8h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$365
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/148:52 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Wed 7/223:01 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Sun 5/248:05 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop28h 59m
Frontier
Sun 5/3111:13 am
CUN
-
DTW
2 stops29h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 6/26:50 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Wed 6/33:22 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$372
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/307:55 am
DTW
-
CUN
1 stop29h 09m
Frontier
Wed 6/33:39 pm
CUN
-
DTW
1 stop19h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$373

Find 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 May 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(Frontier)

One-way from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$442
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Cancun flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Cancun flights.
From Detroit (DTT) to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

6:10 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

11:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$506

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/30

10:15 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Tue 7/7

2:01 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$534

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/13

9:08 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Cancun

Fri 7/17

12:35 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$534

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/4

9:25 am-2:32 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Cancun

Tue 8/11

2:01 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$538

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/22

9:25 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Cancun

Wed 7/29

12:35 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$538

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

10:15 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Cancun

Thu 8/20

12:35 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$581
Quickest round-trip

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/31

10:05 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Cancun

Wed 11/4

1:30 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$653

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/21

8:45 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Cancun

Mon 9/28

12:30 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$653

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

5:35 am-12:20 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Cancun

Wed 6/10

10:45 am-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$690

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/19

1:25 pm-9:00 am

2 stops20h 35m

Cancun

Thu 6/25

10:45 am-12:15 am

2 stops12h 30m

$703

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

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 May 8, 2026.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 8, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 May 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Aeromexico, andAmerican 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 2 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 10 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 3h 50m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $534. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $93 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $96 and Southwest from $182 one-way.

  • 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: Aeromexico (87%), Delta (87%), Korean Air (83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $221. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cancun) can be booked for $368 on average, our data indicates $725 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 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 May 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$193Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$203Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$205Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$208Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$355Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$376Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$380Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$401Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$422Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$534Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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