Playa del Carmen

$110+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CUN
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/236:53 pm
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/21:25 pm
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop21h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$384
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 2/209:30 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/241:25 pm
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop10h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/293:00 pm
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Wed 5/66:00 am
CUN
-
CMH
2 stops11h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/176:10 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop6h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$388
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/99:30 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop11h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 4/138:55 pm
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop22h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/31$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 3/236:05 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop9h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/254:09 pm
CUN
-
CMH
2 stops15h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$391
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/109:30 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop11h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 4/138:55 pm
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop22h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/3$392
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 2/2010:54 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop21h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2710:13 am
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$394
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/199:30 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/249:12 am
CUN
-
CMH
1 stop13h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$395
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/1111:45 am
CMH
-
CUN
2 stops21h 06m
Frontier
Mon 3/163:54 pm
CUN
-
CMH
2 stops18h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$396
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/236:15 am
CMH
-
CUN
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/712:55 pm
CUN
-
CMH
2 stops10h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$398

Find flight deals from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$384
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$110
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$581
From Columbus to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Thu 3/19

9:30 am-8:15 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cancun

Tue 3/24

9:12 am-11:19 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$395

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Wed 3/4

11:39 am-9:45 am

2 stops22h 06m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

11:55 am-11:32 pm

3 stops10h 37m

$408

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 3/23

6:07 am-11:28 am

1 stop6h 21m

Cancun

Fri 3/27

8:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$414

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 5/25

7:35 pm-11:22 am

1 stop16h 47m

Cancun

Fri 5/29

9:20 am-11:21 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$414

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 5/25

7:35 pm-11:22 am

1 stop16h 47m

Cancun

Thu 5/28

12:25 pm-12:36 am

2 stops11h 11m

$414

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Sun 5/24

2:59 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops22h 16m

Cancun

Wed 5/27

12:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 40m

$418

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Sun 3/8

11:39 am-11:20 am

1 stop24h 41m

Cancun

Sun 3/15

12:35 pm-9:41 am

1 stop20h 06m

$424

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Wed 3/18

11:45 am-8:01 am

1 stop21h 16m

Cancun

Sun 3/22

9:01 am-11:30 am

2 stops25h 29m

$432

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Sun 3/1

6:55 am-6:47 pm

2 stops11h 52m

Cancun

Sat 3/7

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$449

ColumbusCancún

CMH - CUN

CMHCUN

Columbus

Mon 3/30

6:24 pm-9:00 am

1 stop15h 36m

Cancun

Tue 4/7

8:00 am-12:24 am

1 stop15h 24m

$449

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $221). Flying from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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 CMH to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 February 3, 2026.

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

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 February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen in 6h 21m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 1330 mi between Columbus Airport and Playa del Carmen. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen is $340. On average you can expect to pay $525. The most popular route, (Columbus - Cancun), can usually be booked for $256.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $221). Flying from Columbus Airport to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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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Alternative routes for Columbus to Playa del Carmen

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Top 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$221Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$238Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$381Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
VivaCheapest$394Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$433Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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