$81+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Playa del Carmen
Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $297 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $81 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $403 |
Find flight deals from New York to Playa del Carmen
Cheapest flights from New York to Playa del CarmenExplore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
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.
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.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
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.
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This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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New YorkCancún
JFK - CUN
JFKCUN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 7/22
6:30 am-1:45 pm
1 stop8h 15m
Cancun
Sat 7/26
11:00 am-3:55 pm
Nonstop3h 55m
New YorkCancún
LGA - CUN
LGACUN
New York LaGuardia
Tue 7/22
6:05 am-1:01 pm
1 stop7h 56m
Cancun
Wed 7/30
12:35 pm-8:26 pm
1 stop6h 51m
New YorkCancún
JFK - CUN
JFKCUN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 7/22
7:00 am-1:15 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Cancun
Fri 8/1
1:30 pm-10:34 pm
1 stop8h 04m
New YorkCancún
LGA - CUN
LGACUN
New York LaGuardia
Tue 8/19
6:00 am-12:37 pm
1 stop7h 37m
Cancun
Tue 8/26
9:28 am-7:00 pm
1 stop8h 32m
New YorkCancún
LGA - CUN
LGACUN
New York LaGuardia
Sat 8/23
9:27 pm-8:38 am
1 stop12h 11m
Cancun
Sat 8/30
1:54 pm-11:37 pm
1 stop8h 43m
New YorkCancún
JFK - CUN
JFKCUN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 8/24
6:00 am-12:24 pm
1 stop7h 24m
Cancun
Sat 8/30
1:54 pm-12:56 am
1 stop10h 02m
New YorkCancún
JFK - CUN
JFKCUN
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 7/15
9:40 pm-8:25 am
1 stop11h 45m
Cancun
Wed 7/16
11:20 am-4:22 pm
Nonstop4h 02m
New YorkCancún
LGA - CUN
LGACUN
New York LaGuardia
Mon 9/1
6:14 am-1:10 pm
1 stop7h 56m
Cancun
Sat 9/6
7:50 am-5:59 pm
1 stop9h 09m
New WindsorCancún
SWF - CUN
SWFCUN
New Windsor Stewart
Fri 8/8
7:56 pm-11:20 am
1 stop16h 24m
Cancun
Fri 8/15
9:31 am-6:47 pm
1 stop8h 16m
NewarkCancún
EWR - CUN
EWRCUN
Newark
Tue 6/24
5:15 am-11:21 am
1 stop7h 06m
Cancun
Sat 7/5
8:58 am-4:53 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Best time to book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from New York with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Playa del Carmen
How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from New York 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 NYC to PL9?
Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 New York 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.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Playa del Carmen?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from New York to Playa del Carmen
Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
The most flights from NYC to PL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from New York to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Comfort
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Kymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Comfort
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Kymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Kymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Kymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Kymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Playa del Carmen
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$138 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$150 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$192 | Average$520 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$193 | Average$429 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$505 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$526 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$268 | Average$401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$273 | Average$581 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$361 | Average$407 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$387 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |