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$131+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CUN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/3111:33 amMCI - CUN
1 stop25h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/810:15 amCUN - MCI
1 stop27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/137:01 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/204:58 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop27h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$339
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/123:47 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1712:00 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop10h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/288:28 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/52:36 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amMCI - CUN
2 stops30h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/22:44 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop28h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amMCI - CUN
2 stops30h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/42:36 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop28h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/17:31 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/152:14 pmCUN - MCI
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/118:09 pmMCI - CUN
2 stops38h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/182:36 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop27h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/298:28 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop19h 52mFrontier
Sun 12/76:02 pmCUN - MCI
2 stops26h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$412

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas City to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$131
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$592
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Playa del Carmen

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Return

Price

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sat 1/3

10:40 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

9:40 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$428

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

9:40 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$432

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-8:02 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Thu 1/22

8:05 am-9:11 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Cancun

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-5:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sun 1/4

7:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Sat 1/10

4:35 pm-9:14 am

1 stop17h 39m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sun 1/4

7:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Sun 1/11

12:40 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-9:11 pm

1 stop13h 11m

Cancun

Tue 1/27

1:43 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sat 12/6

2:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Cancun

Wed 12/10

7:50 am-9:08 pm

2 stops14h 18m

$442

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Mon 1/26

1:44 pm-9:10 am

1 stop18h 26m

$159

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

1:44 pm-9:10 am

1 stop18h 26m

$159

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Deals found on 10/30

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 5 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 Kansas City to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen (average of $271). Flying from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 MCI to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 52% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City 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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,674 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Playa del Carmen?

    Kansas City (MCI), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. 7 airlines have flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    Flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen?

    For as low as $428, Southwest can have you in Playa del Carmen from Kansas City in 3h 20m. The distance between Kansas City and Playa del Carmen is about 1343 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $459 for a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $202 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Cancun) is currently priced at $348.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen (average of $271). Flying from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 7 airlines flying from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$243Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$252Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$395Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$402Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$454Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$474Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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