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$128+ 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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CUN
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 16, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Mon 11/36:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/72:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/297:44 amLGA - CUN
1 stop6h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/32:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$263
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:25 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 19mJetBlue
Wed 11/191:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 10/16$263
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 11/46:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/132:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$264
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Tue 11/118:45 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop14h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/152:50 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$265
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:03 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 27mAeromexico
Thu 12/111:40 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop9h 34mAeromexico
Deal found 10/16$265
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Mon 11/36:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/52:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/13$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/254:38 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop16h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/32:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$267
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Wed 10/297:18 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/32:44 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$267
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:00 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mJetBlue
Tue 11/1812:30 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 10/14$268
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Thu 10/306:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/32:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$269
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Sat 10/255:35 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/311:49 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$269

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 October 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
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One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Playa del Carmen that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 11/16

9:37 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Thu 11/20

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$280

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 11/4

7:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Wed 11/12

12:30 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$280

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 11/14

9:37 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Fri 11/21

7:00 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$280

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Fri 11/14

12:30 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$280

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 11/10

7:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Cancun

Wed 11/12

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$284

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/10

8:00 am-3:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Cancun

Wed 11/19

3:05 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$287

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-11:17 am

Nonstop4h 17m

Cancun

Tue 1/20

12:35 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$290

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:17 am

Nonstop4h 17m

Cancun

Thu 1/29

12:35 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$290

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/2

9:59 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Cancun

Thu 11/6

2:54 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$294

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/16

9:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Cancun

Thu 11/20

3:05 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$294

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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.
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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 October 10, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen (average of $182). Flying from New York to Playa del Carmen in May is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Playa del Carmen at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 October 16, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to PL9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York 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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Aeromexico from New York 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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.

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

    United Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta can get you from New York to Playa del Carmen in just under 4h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1548 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $138. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Playa del Carmen?

    The most popular route from New York to Playa del Carmen is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun. You may also consider Newark - Cancun or New York LaGuardia - Cancun.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Playa del Carmen are Delta (96%), Korean Air (96%) and Aeromexico (96%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $723, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $134. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun), is priced around $239.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen (average of $182). Flying from New York to Playa del Carmen in May is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 10 airlines flying from New York to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$138Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$154Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$159Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$161Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$196Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$256Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$277Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$608Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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