Playa del Carmen

$108+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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MSY — CUN
Apr 30 — May 71
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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 March 31, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/201:50 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 5/234:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/27$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/252:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 5/24:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/26$239
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:15 am
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/24:55 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$240
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/149:55 pm
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop14h 09m
Frontier
Sun 5/1710:30 am
CUN
-
MSY
1 stop23h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$241
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/258:48 am
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop1h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/211:35 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$242
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/112:00 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 4/185:05 pm
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/30$243
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/131:50 pm
MSY
-
CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1710:30 am
CUN
-
MSY
1 stop23h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:55 pm
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop14h 09m
Frontier
Mon 5/113:22 pm
CUN
-
MSY
1 stop24h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$253
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Sat 4/118:01 pm
MSY
-
CUN
1 stop12h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/1811:35 am
CUN
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$254

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 March 31, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$108
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$354
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Cancun flight deals.
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Cancun

Wed 5/13

2:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$403

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/20

3:22 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops20h 39m

Cancun

Wed 7/29

2:10 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$492

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/19

3:22 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops20h 39m

Cancun

Thu 7/30

8:00 am-6:07 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$492

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/23

4:56 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops19h 04m

Cancun

Tue 5/26

8:00 am-6:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$492

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/12

6:20 am-6:35 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Cancun

Fri 5/15

11:22 am-11:54 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$497

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/23

1:50 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Cancun

Sat 5/30

4:55 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$523

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/20

7:16 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Cancun

Tue 7/28

8:00 am-3:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$528

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/10

5:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Cancun

Sun 5/10

4:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 00m

$532
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/16

10:25 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Cancun

Sun 7/19

3:00 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$563

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/4

10:25 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Cancun

Sun 6/7

5:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 55m

$575

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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 March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen is 59 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen (average of $144). Flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 March 31, 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 March 31, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andUnited 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.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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?

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

    Airlines like JetBlue and Delta fly from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in about 5h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 47m. New Orleans and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 653 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $97. Spirit Airlines flights start at $99 while deals on JetBlue start at $143 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen are Spirit Airlines (76%), Breeze Airways (50%) and Southwest (0%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $97 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Cancun) is currently priced at $230.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen (average of $144). Flying from New Orleans to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 March 31, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$129Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$164Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$199Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$331Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$433Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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