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$117+ 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 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Wed 6/17
Wed 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 18, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 9/151:43 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$356
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Thu 6/1112:55 pm
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 04m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/13$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Fri 9/183:46 pm
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Tue 6/97:30 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Thu 6/1110:31 am
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$360
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Sat 6/1312:55 pm
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 04m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/13$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sun 6/77:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 6/104:18 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop6h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17$362
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/307:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Sat 6/611:40 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/16$363
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/317:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Sat 6/611:40 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/14$364
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Thu 6/411:40 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/13$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/175:51 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop12h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 7/2210:34 am
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$366
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/912:35 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$367
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 5/317:12 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
JetBlue
Thu 6/411:40 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/13$368

Find 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 May 18, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$356
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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September

Average price

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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 May 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 10/6

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 05m

Cancun

Wed 10/14

1:12 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$356

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sat 10/3

8:01 am-7:03 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Cancun

Sat 10/10

11:24 am-12:58 am

2 stops12h 34m

$404

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 6/3

6:15 am-6:30 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Cancun

Tue 6/9

8:09 am-12:08 am

2 stops14h 59m

$408

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 8/9

7:59 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Cancun

Thu 8/13

8:45 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$412

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 7/3

8:19 pm-11:45 am

1 stop16h 26m

Cancun

Tue 7/7

1:57 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$426

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Cancun

Tue 9/15

3:46 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$426

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sat 6/20

8:59 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop16h 59m

Cancun

Wed 7/1

8:45 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$438

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 6/29

1:43 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

Cancun

Fri 7/3

7:51 am-11:08 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$444

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 8/21

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Cancun

Thu 8/27

8:45 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$445

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 6/30

7:15 am-2:26 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Cancun

Mon 7/6

8:45 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$453

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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

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 May 18, 2026.

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.

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 May 18, 2026.

The most flights from EWR to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, 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 May 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen, such as United Airlines,JetBlue, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,979 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,650 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Spirit Airlines
6.2
Okay
8,621 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,946 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    A quick flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen can take about 6h 05m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $356. The distance between Newark Airport and Playa del Carmen is about 1548 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen are JetBlue ($102), Spirit Airlines ($123), and American Airlines ($128).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen are JetBlue (84%), United Airlines (73%) and Sun Country Air (0%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen is $159. On average you can expect to pay $569. The most popular route, (Newark - Cancun), can usually be booked for $327.

  • 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 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 May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$171Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$174Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$195Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$196Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$280Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$399Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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