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$124+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CUN
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New York to Playa del Carmen
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 January 29, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/318:59 pm
LGA
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CUN
1 stop13h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/511:59 am
CUN
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LGA
1 stop9h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 2/226:00 am
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop6h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/2511:59 am
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop9h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$288
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:00 am
JFK
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CUN
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Thu 2/262:49 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$288
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/86:00 am
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop6h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/121:25 pm
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$289
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:00 am
JFK
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CUN
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Thu 2/262:49 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$289
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 2/86:00 am
LGA
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CUN
1 stop6h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/111:21 pm
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/94:29 pm
JFK
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CUN
1 stop20h 38m
Frontier
Fri 2/132:47 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/319:55 am
LGA
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CUN
2 stops24h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/411:59 am
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop9h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/1010:02 am
JFK
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CUN
2 stops15h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/132:47 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/96:00 am
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop6h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/172:00 pm
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop9h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/1010:02 am
JFK
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CUN
2 stops15h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/145:08 pm
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/208:59 pm
LGA
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CUN
1 stop12h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/262:49 pm
CUN
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LGA
1 stop8h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$293

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$287
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$124
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September

Average price

$406
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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 January 29, 2026.
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

Mon 5/4

7:25 am-10:35 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

Fri 5/8

11:40 am-4:39 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/8

11:55 am-3:17 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

12:41 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/1

12:10 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

1:05 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/18

8:05 am-6:35 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Cancun

Sat 5/23

12:45 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/3

10:30 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

1:05 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

11:12 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Cancun

Fri 5/8

12:45 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

10:30 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

1:05 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$325

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

4:57 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop19h 37m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

4:27 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$325

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$330

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$330

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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 January 23, 2026.

Booking 48 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 $159). Flying from New York to Playa del Carmen in May 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 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 January 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Playa del Carmen in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to PL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 January 29, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
1,586 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
2,891 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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?

    JetBlue, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from New York to Playa del Carmen in just under 4h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 16m. 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $116. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and JetBlue, 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 KLM (88%), Air France (88%) and American Airlines (81%).

  • 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 $521, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $137. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun), is priced around $290.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen (average of $159). Flying from New York to Playa del Carmen in May 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 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$142Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$153Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$161Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$178Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$223Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$562Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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