Playa del Carmen

$173+ 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CUN
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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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 May 15, 2026.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 5/318:23 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 17m
Aeromexico
Fri 6/512:50 pm
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 05m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/12$340
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sat 6/69:50 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 25m
JetBlue
Fri 6/1211:20 am
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 15m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/13$341
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 6/79:50 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 25m
JetBlue
Sat 6/1311:20 am
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 09m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/12$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Sun 5/317:20 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 6/611:30 am
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/10$343
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1511:31 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 14m
JetBlue
Sat 11/217:10 pm
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/15$344
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:00 pm
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop10h 18m
Aeromexico
Thu 6/411:27 am
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop11h 26m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/14$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/911:00 am
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop10h 25m
Delta
Wed 6/246:07 am
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Deal found 5/12$346
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/64:05 pm
JFK
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CUN
1 stop19h 25m
Aeromexico
Fri 6/128:00 am
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop14h 04m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/13$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Mon 6/226:00 am
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Wed 7/812:35 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop8h 36m
Delta
Deal found 5/12$348
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/219:49 am
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3011:15 am
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/264:00 pm
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop10h 18m
Aeromexico
Fri 6/58:09 am
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop14h 44m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/14$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 12/27:30 am
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop6h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 12/94:30 pm
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$351

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated May 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$340
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$173
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$425
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From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/26

8:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Cancun

Tue 9/29

11:34 am-11:58 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$342
Quickest round-trip

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/7

9:59 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

Cancun

Fri 9/18

4:05 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$342

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/5

9:29 am-7:35 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Cancun

Tue 6/9

11:27 am-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$342

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Sat 6/13

12:50 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

$346

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/14

8:25 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

Tue 7/21

8:00 am-7:48 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$352

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/29

8:25 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

Mon 8/3

2:10 pm-1:14 am

1 stop10h 04m

$362

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/27

8:23 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 17m

Cancun

Tue 6/2

6:07 am-4:05 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$373

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Sat 6/27

3:35 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$377

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/3

12:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Cancun

Wed 11/11

1:50 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$386

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/13

8:30 am-11:45 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

Tue 8/18

8:05 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$392

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

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 May 15, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons 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 May 15, 2026.

The most flights from JFK to PL9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 May 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Aeromexico, andJetBlue 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

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 4h 05m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $342. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 1556 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • 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 $136 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $141 and Frontier from $143 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 EL AL (85%), Aeromexico (83%) or American Airlines (83%) 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 $791 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $163 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $328.

  • 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 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 May 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$142Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$153Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$161Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$178Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$239Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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