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$90+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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PHL — CUN
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Wed 1/72:04 pmCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Fri 1/1611:43 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/73:40 pmCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Tue 1/131:48 pmCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/312:36 pmCUN - PHL
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$229
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Wed 12/3110:32 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/72:36 pmCUN - PHL
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/141:21 pmCUN - PHL
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$243
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Mon 1/123:24 pmCUN - PHL
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$251

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

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

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CheapOair
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Round-trip from

$196
(Frontier)

One-way from

$90
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$469
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Playa del Carmen

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PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Cancun

Fri 2/20

2:23 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$306

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sat 4/4

7:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Cancun

Sat 4/11

2:10 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$317

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cancun

Thu 2/5

8:38 am-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$323

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 2/27

9:05 am-6:47 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Cancun

Wed 3/4

11:18 am-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$339

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-8:02 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Cancun

Mon 2/23

6:01 am-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$343

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 2/6

9:05 am-8:02 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

11:18 am-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$349

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 2/27

9:05 am-8:02 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

12:05 pm-12:26 am

2 stops12h 21m

$353

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Cancun

Sat 1/24

5:45 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 36m

$353

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Mon 3/2

9:05 am-8:02 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Fri 3/6

1:33 pm-12:26 am

2 stops10h 53m

$361

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 4/1

12:50 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Cancun

Wed 4/8

7:06 am-8:31 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$387

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen (average of $142). Flying from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 PHL to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and Volaris from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,153 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,188 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. 10 airlines have flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Playa del Carmen per day.

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

    Flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 85 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like JetBlue and Delta fly from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in about 10h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1471 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $82 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $86 and Volaris from $115 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen on time: American Airlines (82%), Frontier (73%), Qatar Airways (73%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $543 for a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $85 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Cancun) is currently priced at $200.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen (average of $142). Flying from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$172Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$182Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$193Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$220Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$238Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$310Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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