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$128+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from McAllen Miller Intl to Playa del Carmen are usually found in February or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from McAllen to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for McAllen to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Priceline)

One-way from

$149
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$310
From McAllen Miller Intl to Playa del Carmen
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Cheapest flights from McAllen to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:15 pmMFE - CUN
Nonstop2h 08mFrontier
Sun 10/1210:26 amCUN - MFE
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/201:19 pmMFE - CUN
Nonstop2h 04mVolaris
Sun 11/2310:30 amCUN - MFE
Nonstop2h 38mVolaris
Deal found 6/11$260
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:15 pmMFE - CUN
Nonstop2h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1210:26 amCUN - MFE
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/108:12 pmMFE - CUN
1 stop14h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/1411:00 amCUN - MFE
1 stop12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/105:25 amMFE - CUN
2 stops12h 03mDelta
Thu 8/141:36 pmCUN - MFE
2 stops10h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/10$323
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:25 amMFE - CUN
2 stops10h 01mAeromexico
Mon 9/110:30 amCUN - MFE
1 stop4h 30mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:00 amMFE - CUN
1 stop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/221:12 pmCUN - MFE
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$445

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Customize your flight search to find flights from McAllen 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

McAllen

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/9

2:15 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Cancun

Sun 10/12

10:26 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$257

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 11/20

1:19 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Cancun

Sun 11/23

10:30 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$260

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/9

2:15 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Cancun

Sun 10/12

10:26 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$291

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Sun 8/10

8:12 pm-10:55 am

1 stop14h 43m

Cancun

Thu 8/14

11:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$305

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Sun 8/10

5:25 am-5:28 pm

2 stops12h 03m

Cancun

Thu 8/14

1:36 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$323

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 8/30

5:25 am-3:26 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Cancun

Mon 9/1

10:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$408

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 9/16

5:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Cancun

Mon 9/22

1:12 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$445

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 9/18

2:15 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$128

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 9/18

8:10 pm-9:54 am

1 stop13h 44m

$178

McAllenCancún

MFE - CUN

MFECUN

McAllen Miller Intl

Sun 7/20

10:26 pm-9:46 am

2 stops35h 20m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from McAllen to Playa del Carmen is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from McAllen 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 MFE to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from McAllen 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from McAllen 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.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico and United Airlines from McAllen to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,170 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Miller Intl. McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is just 2.0 mi from the center of the city. Miller Intl is the only McAllen airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 5 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from McAllen Miller Intl on a regular basis.

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

    This flight path from McAllen Miller Intl to Playa del Carmen was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from McAllen to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen are Volaris ($149), American Airlines ($203), and Delta ($212).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (McAllen Miller Intl - Cancun) can be booked for $252 on average our data indicates $195 when flying from McAllen to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from McAllen 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 5 airlines flying from McAllen to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$112Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$133Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$279Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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