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$134+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CUN
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 16, 2025.

This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:59 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 30mJetBlue
Tue 3/33:10 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 12/14$286
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.
Wed 12/315:25 pmJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/95:03 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$287
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:10 amJFK - CUN
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Tue 3/31:57 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/14$291
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:10 amJFK - CUN
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Sat 1/105:10 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/15$295
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.
Wed 12/315:25 pmJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1110:13 amCUN - JFK
1 stop23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$296
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Wed 12/311:10 pmJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/103:34 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$314
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:35 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
Mon 1/512:28 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop9h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 12/15$320
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:50 amJFK - CUN
1 stop7h 17mJetBlue
Sun 1/41:40 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 12/16$325
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amJFK - CUN
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Sat 1/103:34 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$328
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/168:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Fri 1/231:57 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/15$336

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$134
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September

Average price

$529
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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 December 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 1/12

7:25 am-2:03 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Cancun

Fri 1/16

1:57 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$293

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

8:15 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

4:40 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$299

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

11:02 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

6:01 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$299

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Cancun

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$301

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

10:10 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Cancun

Fri 1/23

2:30 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$301

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

8:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop12h 41m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-2:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$303

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/6

12:25 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$303

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

10:30 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Sat 1/31

4:20 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$317

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/9

9:05 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Cancun

Fri 1/16

12:09 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$331

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

10:57 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Cancun

Sat 1/17

4:35 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$363

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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 December 12, 2025.

Booking 32 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, September 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 $211). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen in May is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 December 16, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 December 16, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and American Airlines 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.4
Good
1,629 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
2,895 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 6h 38m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $293. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 1556 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $137 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $139 and American Airlines from $139 one-way.

  • 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 (87%), EL AL (81%) or Delta (78%) 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 $651 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $254.

  • 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, September 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 $211). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen in May is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 8 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$161Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeromexicoCheapest$163Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$207Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$260Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$278Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$587Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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