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$130+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CUN
Apr 25 — May 21
Sat 4/25
Sat 5/2
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 March 26, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Sat 4/118:25 pm
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop15h 59m
Frontier
Tue 4/144:07 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$249
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/196:15 am
PHL
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Sat 4/251:25 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop17h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$251
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:15 am
PHL
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 05m
Frontier
Mon 5/183:39 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 4/275:05 am
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop10h 51m
Frontier
Fri 5/14:07 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Mon 4/138:25 pm
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop19h 14m
Frontier
Wed 4/224:07 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 4/1210:01 am
PHL
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/182:18 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop8h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 5/105:45 am
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1410:30 am
CUN
-
PHL
Nonstop3h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$256
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/289:30 am
PHL
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 12m
Frontier
Thu 5/2810:30 am
CUN
-
PHL
Nonstop3h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$257
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/88:15 am
PHL
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 22m
Frontier
Wed 4/1511:09 am
CUN
-
PHL
Nonstop3h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$258
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:00 am
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop29h 38m
Frontier
Thu 4/910:13 am
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop18h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$259
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/78:35 pm
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop16h 29m
Frontier
Mon 5/113:39 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$260
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/97:00 am
PHL
-
CUN
1 stop8h 29m
Frontier
Tue 5/123:39 pm
CUN
-
PHL
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$261

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 March 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Frontier)

One-way from

$130
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$512
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 March 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Tue 4/7

10:33 am-3:51 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Cancun

Tue 4/14

7:51 am-11:43 pm

2 stops14h 52m

$334

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 5/17

9:30 am-7:43 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Cancun

Fri 5/22

9:14 am-10:12 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$335

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Tue 5/5

6:05 am-6:35 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Cancun

Tue 5/12

8:08 am-10:12 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$339

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 8/12

6:45 am-7:03 pm

2 stops13h 18m

Cancun

Tue 8/18

7:06 am-8:31 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$531

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Tue 7/7

5:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Cancun

Tue 7/14

10:45 am-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$538

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 9/20

5:30 am-5:30 pm

2 stops13h 00m

Cancun

Fri 9/25

6:03 am-6:27 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$541

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

6:10 am-7:19 pm

2 stops14h 09m

Cancun

Wed 5/13

5:22 pm-9:59 am

2 stops15h 37m

$544

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 6/12

9:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Cancun

Wed 6/17

9:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$548

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sat 7/11

6:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Cancun

Tue 7/14

7:06 am-8:31 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$559

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Mon 5/25

6:12 am-6:35 pm

2 stops13h 23m

Cancun

Mon 6/1

8:05 am-10:12 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$569

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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 March 13, 2026.

Booking 19 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). 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 March 26, 2026.

When flying from Philadelphia 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.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 March 26, 2026.

The most flights from PHL to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (5 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 Philadelphia 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 March 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,American Airlines, andVolaris 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
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,336 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
7.1
Good
11,500 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
6.6
Okay
1,171 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,550 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
5.7
Fair
3,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,336 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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 4 outbound flights 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 64 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in about 6h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 55m. 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 $84 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $86 and Volaris from $114 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 (71%), Qatar Airways (62%), Volaris (58%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $665 for a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Cancun) is currently priced at $234.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$150Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$169Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$172Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$184Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$189Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$250Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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