How long is the flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?

For as low as $512, American Airlines can have you in Playa del Carmen from Monterey in 22h 39m. The distance between Monterey and Playa del Carmen is about 2354 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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.

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).

What airport do you fly from for flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?

For a flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Monterey Regional. Monterey Regional (MRY) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city. Monterey Regional is the only Monterey airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Monterey Regional on a regular basis.

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

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

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

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

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$224+ Flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Monterey to Playa del Carmen flights typically cost between $520 and $732 in February. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $504 on American Airlines (Feb 3-Feb 10).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Monterey to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

Thu 12/255:05 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/311:37 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$756

Mon 12/222:30 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines

Thu 12/251:37 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$761

Tue 12/235:05 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/308:39 amCUN - MRY

2 stops15h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$787

Thu 12/255:05 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/3012:36 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$828

Wed 12/2410:32 amMRY - CUN

1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/3012:36 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$836

Fri 12/266:00 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/3012:36 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$984

Mon 12/228:02 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops18h 13mAlaska Airlines

Thu 12/258:10 amCUN - MRY

1 stop14h 15mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$1,410

Best flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Monterey to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Tue 2/312:52 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop22h 39mAmerican Airlines

Tue 2/108:45 amCUN - MRY

2 stops13h 20mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$512

Tue 2/36:00 amMRY - CUN

3 stops29h 50mAlaska Airlines

Tue 2/106:15 pmCUN - MRY

3 stops32h 11mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$515

Sat 1/312:04 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops18h 21mUnited Airlines

Sat 2/71:35 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$536

Mon 3/27:13 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop18h 52mAlaska Airlines

Thu 3/56:15 pmCUN - MRY

2 stops27h 21mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$535

Fri 1/308:20 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops12h 05mUnited Airlines

Fri 2/61:35 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$536

Last-minute flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen
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Thu 12/255:05 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/311:37 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$756

Sun 1/48:02 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop18h 03mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/175:55 pmCUN - MRY

2 stops26h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$592

Sun 1/45:05 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/131:37 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop10h 43mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$641

Thu 1/86:07 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop19h 58mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/175:55 pmCUN - MRY

2 stops23h 42mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$586

Thu 1/86:40 amMRY - CUN

1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines

Fri 1/161:35 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$646

Sat 1/102:04 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops18h 21mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/131:37 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop10h 43mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$606

Fri 1/308:20 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops12h 05mUnited Airlines

Fri 2/61:35 pmCUN - MRY

1 stop11h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$536

Fri 1/306:00 amMRY - CUN

2 stops31h 45mAlaska Airlines

Fri 2/66:15 pmCUN - MRY

3 stops32h 11mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$545

Sat 1/3112:52 pmMRY - CUN

2 stops19h 08mAmerican Airlines

Sat 2/75:08 pmCUN - MRY

2 stops19h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$549

Sat 1/316:00 amMRY - CUN

3 stops29h 50mAlaska Airlines

Sat 2/75:55 pmCUN - MRY

2 stops23h 42mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$565

One-way flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen
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Sun 2/154:19 pmMRY - CUN

3 stops44h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$224

Sun 2/1512:53 pmMRY - CUN

1 stop22h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$253

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MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Tue 2/3

12:52 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

8:45 am-7:05 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$512

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-2:50 pm

3 stops29h 50m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

6:15 pm-11:26 pm

3 stops32h 11m

$515

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Mon 3/2

7:13 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop18h 52m

Cancun

Thu 3/5

6:15 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops27h 21m

$535

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Sat 1/31

2:04 pm-11:25 am

2 stops18h 21m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

1:35 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$536

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Fri 1/30

8:20 pm-11:25 am

2 stops12h 05m

Cancun

Fri 2/6

1:35 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$536

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Sun 2/15

4:19 pm-3:28 pm

3 stops44h 09m

$224

MontereyCancún

MRY - CUN

MRYCUN

Monterey Regional

Sun 2/15

12:53 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 42m

$253

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen (average of $162). Flying from Monterey to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 MRY to PL9?

It’s optimal to fly from Monterey to Playa del Carmen at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Monterey 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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?
For a flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Monterey Regional. Monterey Regional (MRY) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city. Monterey Regional is the only Monterey airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Monterey Regional on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?
For as low as $512, American Airlines can have you in Playa del Carmen from Monterey in 22h 39m. The distance between Monterey and Playa del Carmen is about 2354 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Monterey to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Monterey 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 Monterey to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Monterey to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Monterey 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 Monterey to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Playa del Carmen (average of $162). Flying from Monterey to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 2 airlines flying from Monterey to Playa del Carmen

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United Airlines	Cheapest$400	Average$581	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$537	Average$653	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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