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$78+ Cheap flights from Mexicali (MXL) 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXL — CUN
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen are usually found in June or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mexicali to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$124
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$78
(Booking.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$263
From Mexicali to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/85:05 pmMXL - CUN
1 stop25h 30mViva
Thu 9/117:10 amCUN - MXL
1 stop11h 15mViva
Deal found 7/29$124
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/712:40 amMXL - CUN
1 stop7h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/117:10 amCUN - MXL
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$167
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/301:48 pmMXL - CUN
1 stop8h 34mAeromexico
Wed 9/32:37 pmCUN - MXL
1 stop9h 08mAeromexico
Deal found 7/28$185
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:22 amMXL - CUN
1 stop11h 27mVolaris
Tue 9/24:38 pmCUN - MXL
1 stop9h 58mVolaris
Deal found 7/29$188

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Mexicali

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Mon 9/8

5:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Cancun

Thu 9/11

7:10 am-4:25 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$124

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sun 9/7

12:40 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 42m

Cancun

Thu 9/11

7:10 am-4:25 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$167

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sat 8/30

1:48 pm-12:22 am

1 stop8h 34m

Cancun

Wed 9/3

2:37 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$185

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Tue 8/26

7:20 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops18h 33m

Cancun

Fri 8/29

8:00 am-5:41 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$222

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sun 8/24

5:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$78

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sat 8/23

12:36 am-6:50 pm

1 stop16h 14m

$119

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sun 8/24

7:20 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$137

MexicaliCancún

MXL - CUN

MXLCUN

Mexicali

Sun 8/24

7:20 pm-9:33 pm

3 stops24h 13m

$169

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Deals found on 7/29

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Mexicali 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 Mexicali to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Mexicali 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

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 July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen, such as Aeromexico, Viva, and Volaris. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Viva
7.0
Good
788 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,164 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from Mexicali, you will be flying from Mexicali, which is the city’s only airport. Mexicali (MXL) is located 12.0 mi from the center of Mexicali. There are 0 flights from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Viva, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. Aeromexico flights start at $119 while deals on Volaris start at $137 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Mexicali 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 3 airlines flying from Mexicali to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mexicali 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VivaCheapest$150Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$175Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$196Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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