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$99+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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MSY — CUN
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Tue 3/10
Tue 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

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Wed 3/49:00 am
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/512:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$215
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Fri 3/69:00 am
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/911:55 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$218
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/212:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/2412:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$222
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/212:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/2612:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$226
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Tue 3/36:20 am
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop5h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/911:55 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$227
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Sat 4/182:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 4/255:05 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 2/5$230
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Sat 4/112:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 4/185:05 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 2/5$231
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:36 pm
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop11h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/911:55 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 3/142:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1711:55 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$238

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 8, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$215
(Priceline)

One-way from

$99
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$330
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/11

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Sat 4/18

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$231

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/13

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Sat 5/16

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$231

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/2

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Wed 5/6

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$242

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/1

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Wed 7/8

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$242

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

8:01 pm-8:12 am

1 stop12h 11m

Cancun

Mon 3/30

9:12 am-7:01 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$249

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/31

9:00 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Cancun

Sat 4/4

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$281

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/27

8:01 pm-8:12 am

1 stop12h 11m

Cancun

Mon 3/30

9:12 am-7:01 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$287

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/23

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Cancun

Thu 3/26

11:55 am-1:56 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$288

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/14

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Sat 3/21

5:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$301

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/28

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Sun 3/29

5:27 pm-10:27 am

1 stop17h 00m

$305

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen is 26 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 New Orleans to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen (average of $179). Flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 MSY to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 February 8, 2026.

When flying from New Orleans 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans 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 February 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,255 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,432 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
267 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from New Orleans, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans. There are 0 flights from Louis Armstrong to Playa del Carmen per day from 8 different airlines.

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

    The New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Playa del Carmen flight path was viewed by 28 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways fly from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in about 2h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. New Orleans and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 653 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. JetBlue flights start at $143 while deals on American Airlines start at $155 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $433 for a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Cancun) is currently priced at $211.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen (average of $179). Flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 8 airlines flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$129Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$140Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$199Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$209Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$210Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$433Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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