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$97+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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NYC — CUN
mai 6 — mai 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$293
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$97
(Booking.com)

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December

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September

Average price

$416
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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 mai 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 6/129:24 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
mar. 6/178:58 amCUN - LGA
1 stop13h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/57:55 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/125:35 amCUN - LGA
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/177:43 amJFK - CUN
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
mar. 6/2410:20 amCUN - JFK
1 stop12h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/266:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
mer. 6/412:44 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$294
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/196:53 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 07mJetBlue
mar. 6/33:55 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$298
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sam. 5/315:15 amEWR - CUN
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/210:52 amCUN - EWR
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$307
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1211:50 amSWF - CUN
1 stop24h 23mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 5/1512:18 pmCUN - SWF
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/26:00 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
sam. 9/612:50 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/305:29 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop17h 01mAmerican Airlines
mer. 6/410:35 amCUN - EWR
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$317
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/127:55 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
mer. 5/2112:30 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop4h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 5/1010:00 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
mer. 5/149:12 amCUN - LGA
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 6/118:15 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 10mDelta
lun. 6/1612:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/29$328

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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 mai 1, 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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New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

jeu. 6/12

9:24 pm-8:55 am

1 stop12h 31m

Cancun

mar. 6/17

8:58 am-11:21 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$292

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

lun. 7/7

8:15 am-3:22 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Cancun

jeu. 7/10

10:20 am-6:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$293

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 6/17

7:43 am-1:19 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Cancun

mar. 6/24

10:20 am-12:08 am

1 stop12h 48m

$293

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 5/19

6:53 am-10:00 am

Nonstop4h 07m

Cancun

mar. 6/3

3:55 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$298

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

sam. 5/31

5:15 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 58m

Cancun

lun. 6/2

10:52 am-12:29 am

1 stop12h 37m

$307

New WindsorCancún

SWF - CUN

SWFCUN

New Windsor Stewart

lun. 5/12

11:50 am-11:13 am

1 stop24h 23m

Cancun

jeu. 5/15

12:18 pm-11:05 am

1 stop21h 47m

$309

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

ven. 5/30

5:29 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 01m

Cancun

mer. 6/4

10:35 am-11:02 pm

2 stops11h 27m

$317

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

lun. 5/12

7:55 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

jeu. 5/15

12:30 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$318

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

sam. 5/10

10:00 pm-8:16 am

1 stop11h 16m

Cancun

mer. 5/14

9:12 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$327

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mer. 6/11

8:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

lun. 6/16

12:35 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$328

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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 April 25, 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 mai 1, 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 March 30, 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. Sunday 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 mai 1, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 mai 1, 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

  • 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 $97. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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 Newark - Cancun. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - 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 JetBlue (84%), American Airlines (83%) and Air France (76%).

  • 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 $632, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $136. The most popular route (Newark - Cancun), is priced around $278.

  • 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 $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.

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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 mai 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$138Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$148Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$192Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$229Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$245Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$259Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$387Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VivaCheapest$400Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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