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$93+ 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CUN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

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CheapOair
3 stars

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$93
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$481
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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 October 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Tue 12/911:38 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Thu 12/1111:38 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Fri 12/1911:53 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Sun 12/2111:53 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Mon 12/2211:53 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 12/46:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:36 pmCUN - PHL
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$219
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:15 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Sun 12/711:38 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$221
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:00 amPHL - CUN
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/203:49 pmCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Tue 12/211:38 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/166:00 amPHL - CUN
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/211:38 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Wed 11/2611:53 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$228
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Sat 11/159:08 pmPHL - CUN
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2211:53 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$229

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Philadelphia

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-10:28 am

Nonstop4h 13m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

11:43 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$226

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-10:28 am

Nonstop4h 13m

Cancun

Sun 2/22

11:43 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$227

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sat 1/31

8:05 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop16h 22m

Cancun

Wed 2/4

1:35 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 57m

$239

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Mon 1/26

5:15 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Cancun

Sat 1/31

1:35 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 57m

$279

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 2/25

12:00 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

11:40 am-11:01 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$310

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Thu 12/4

5:04 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops23h 48m

Cancun

Sun 12/7

11:38 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$310

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 2/18

8:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop13h 10m

Cancun

Sun 2/22

11:43 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$311

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Thu 1/8

6:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

8:39 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$320

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sat 12/6

7:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Cancun

Wed 12/10

2:40 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$320

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Cancun

Tue 2/3

8:39 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$320

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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 October 24, 2025.

Booking 55 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 $143). Flying from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 October 30, 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 October 26, 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 October 30, 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
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,151 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,122 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 0 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 77 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in about 4h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 09m. 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 $103 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $111 and United Airlines from $124 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: Spirit Airlines (100%), American Airlines (94%), British Airways (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $577 for a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $95 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Cancun) is currently priced at $214.

  • 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 $143). Flying from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen in October is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$166Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$181Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$193Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeromexicoCheapest$291Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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