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$131+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CUN
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$264
(Avianca)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$356
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This lastminute.com 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
Sat 10/42:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$265
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:55 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 05mJetBlue
Wed 10/222:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 9/16$266
This flugladen.de 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
Wed 10/83:50 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$269
This Vliegwinkel 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:55 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 05mJetBlue
Wed 10/152:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$272
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/168:19 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 16mDelta
Fri 11/211:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/15$273
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
Fri 10/1011:20 amCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$276
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:59 amJFK - CUN
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/194:30 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$277
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:34 amJFK - CUN
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1212:45 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$278
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:21 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mDelta
Tue 10/712:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/15$279
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:00 amJFK - CUN
1 stop6h 15mAeromexico
Wed 10/1512:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 9/15$280
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/46:20 pmJFK - CUN
1 stop20h 13mAeromexico
Fri 10/1012:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 9/16$281

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/29

10:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

Wed 10/15

3:53 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$298

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-4:31 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

8:59 am-8:38 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$327

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/9

8:15 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Fri 3/20

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

$333

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/9

8:35 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

2:10 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$338

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/13

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Cancun

Wed 10/22

1:00 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$348

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

9:45 am-11:52 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$356

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/24

8:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop12h 55m

Cancun

Wed 10/29

1:45 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$356

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/4

8:20 pm-9:11 am

1 stop12h 51m

Cancun

Sat 1/10

10:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$376

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/9

11:30 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$387

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/6

11:30 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Mon 2/9

4:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$387

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

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

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 JFK to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 AeroMexico Connect from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
AeroMexico Connect
7.4
Good
55 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen can take about 4h 15m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $298. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 1556 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen consider choosing American Airlines (90%), KLM (86%) or Delta (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    On average you can expect to pay $756 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $261.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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
AeromexicoCheapest$159Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$191Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$207Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$269Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$278Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VivaCheapest$400Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$442Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$621Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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