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$132+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CUN
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$342
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$132
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$489
From Kansas City to Playa del Carmen
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:02 pmMCI - CUN
2 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/229:09 amCUN - MCI
1 stop11h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$342
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/205:11 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop19h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/299:09 amCUN - MCI
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$350
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/151:44 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop18h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/1810:15 amCUN - MCI
1 stop23h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/81:44 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop18h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/131:35 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop22h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$363
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/205:11 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/291:49 pmCUN - MCI
2 stops20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$366
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:02 pmMCI - CUN
2 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/189:09 amCUN - MCI
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$370
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:13 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop23h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:35 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop22h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:13 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop23h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/1710:15 amCUN - MCI
1 stop23h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$373
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:15 amMCI - CUN
1 stop26h 49mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/61:35 pmCUN - MCI
1 stop22h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$375
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:11 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop19h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/119:09 amCUN - MCI
1 stop12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$377
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/81:44 pmMCI - CUN
1 stop18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/131:35 pmCUN - MCI
2 stops21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$378

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Kansas City

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Cancun

Sat 12/13

8:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$479

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Mon 12/1

7:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Cancun

Sat 12/6

2:05 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$492

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Thu 11/20

6:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Cancun

Wed 11/26

2:40 pm-12:10 am

2 stops10h 30m

$498

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Mon 12/1

5:45 am-3:34 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Cancun

Sat 12/6

8:54 am-9:09 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$498

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

12:48 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Cancun

Sun 12/14

11:17 am-11:56 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$498

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Thu 12/4

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/11

11:56 am-10:44 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$498

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Fri 12/12

10:23 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 57m

Cancun

Tue 12/16

8:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$498

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sat 12/6

5:30 am-1:50 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Cancun

Wed 12/10

8:20 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$502

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Sat 10/25

7:02 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$132

Kansas CityCancún

MCI - CUN

MCICUN

Kansas City

Fri 10/24

8:38 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$139

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 September 12, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Kansas City 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 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 September 15, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Aeromexico 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
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
7.5
Good
1,697 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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. 6 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 3 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $492, Delta can have you in Playa del Carmen from Kansas City in 8h 06m. The distance between Kansas City and Playa del Carmen is about 1343 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen are Southwest (85%), Alaska Airlines (67%) and Hawaiian Airlines (67%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $629 for a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $464 while the most popular route, (Kansas City - Cancun) is currently priced at $363.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Kansas City 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 6 airlines flying from Kansas City to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 6 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$243Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$261Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$395Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$403Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$474Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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