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$138+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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HOU — CUN
Jan 16 — Jan 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Galveston to Playa del Carmen are usually found in August or September, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Galveston to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:30 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/298:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$407
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:30 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/298:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$432
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:40 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/296:55 pmCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$472
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Thu 1/83:13 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/17$479
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.
Wed 12/319:05 amHOU - CUN
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/88:45 amCUN - HOU
1 stop10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$500
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:30 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/312:25 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$502
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Thu 1/88:00 amCUN - HOU
1 stop15h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/16$504
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:40 amHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Fri 12/268:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$517
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:30 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 1/52:55 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$519

Find flight deals from Galveston to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$277
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$138
(Flysmarter)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$432
From Galveston to Playa del Carmen
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HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/1

5:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Cancun

Tue 2/3

3:13 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$323

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Cancun

Thu 1/29

4:40 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$323

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

5:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Cancun

Fri 1/30

3:13 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$323

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

5:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Cancun

Wed 1/28

3:13 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$323

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Cancun

Wed 1/28

4:40 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$323

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

4:40 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

5:20 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$344

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

4:40 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

2:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$354

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/8

5:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Cancun

Wed 2/11

11:18 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$371

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

11:09 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

11:18 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$377

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/9

10:45 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$142

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Galveston to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Playa del Carmen (average of $127). Flying from Galveston to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 G4L to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston 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 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Galveston to Playa del Carmen at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Galveston to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 Galveston 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 December 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and Viva from Galveston to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
Viva
7.0
Good
797 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Galveston 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 long is the flight from Galveston to Playa del Carmen?

    Delta can get you from Galveston to Playa del Carmen in just under 9h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Galveston and Playa del Carmen is about 792 mi.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. Frontier flights start at $89 while deals on Volaris start at $102 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Galveston to Playa del Carmen is $161. On average you can expect to pay $319. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Cancun), can usually be booked for $198.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Playa del Carmen (average of $127). Flying from Galveston to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 Galveston to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Galveston 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$112Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$136Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$168Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$248Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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