Playa del Carmen

$90+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CUN
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Newark to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$279
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$368
From Newark to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Newark to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Newark to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:05 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/58:23 amCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$279
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:10 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/12:07 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:10 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/49:16 amCUN - EWR
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$281
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/288:03 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 07mJetBlue
Sat 10/412:30 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:00 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/98:45 amCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$283
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Sat 9/275:30 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/49:16 amCUN - EWR
1 stop12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$284
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Mon 10/209:00 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/231:49 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$286
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:03 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 07mJetBlue
Thu 10/212:30 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amEWR - CUN
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/1911:50 amCUN - EWR
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2910:50 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/13:01 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$289
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Sun 10/1910:00 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 44mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/241:49 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$290
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Fri 10/249:00 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/289:09 amCUN - EWR
1 stop11h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$291

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Newark

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Tue 11/18

12:30 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$319

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sat 11/29

7:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Thu 12/4

7:00 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$319

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 12/2

7:00 am-11:14 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Sat 12/6

12:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$319

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Cancun

Fri 11/21

12:21 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$320

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sat 10/4

8:00 pm-8:25 am

1 stop13h 25m

Cancun

Thu 10/9

12:30 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$320

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sat 9/27

7:59 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 11m

Cancun

Wed 10/15

12:30 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$321

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-10:17 am

Nonstop4h 17m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

11:20 am-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$323

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 10/15

8:00 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

9:45 am-11:04 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$326

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 10/6

8:00 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

Fri 10/10

1:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$326

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Cancun

Tue 2/3

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$327

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen is 75 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Newark Airport 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 EWR to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Newark Airport 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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    A quick flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen can take about 4h 14m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $319. The distance between Newark Airport and Playa del Carmen is about 1548 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen is $138. On average you can expect to pay $670. The most popular route, (Newark - Cancun), can usually be booked for $228.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Newark Airport 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 9 airlines flying from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$138Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$174Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$255Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$270Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$320Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$424Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$611Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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