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$143+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CUN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:30 amPWM - CUN
2 stops14h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:30 amCUN - PWM
2 stops16h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$657
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amPWM - CUN
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Wed 12/318:00 amCUN - PWM
1 stop14h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/16$686
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:30 amPWM - CUN
2 stops14h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:45 amCUN - PWM
1 stop16h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$693
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:20 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3111:50 amCUN - PWM
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$704
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:45 amPWM - CUN
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Wed 12/318:00 amCUN - PWM
1 stop14h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/17$743
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:30 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops24h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:30 amCUN - PWM
2 stops16h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$777
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:30 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops24h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:45 amCUN - PWM
1 stop16h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$813
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amPWM - CUN
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Tue 12/302:56 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/16$836
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:48 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop18h 27mDelta
Wed 12/318:00 amCUN - PWM
1 stop14h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/16$843
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:45 amPWM - CUN
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Tue 12/302:56 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/16$868

Find flight deals from Portland to Playa del Carmen

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One-way from

$143
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August

Average price

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

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Portland

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Playa del Carmen

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PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Tue 2/3

6:17 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

8:38 am-11:06 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$333

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Mon 2/23

5:31 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

8:00 am-11:06 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$350

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Cancun

Sun 5/3

10:50 am-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$412

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Cancun

Wed 5/6

10:50 am-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$412

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Cancun

Wed 2/4

5:55 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$422

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 2/21

6:28 pm-11:15 am

1 stop16h 47m

Cancun

Sat 2/28

1:10 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$428

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sun 2/22

6:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Cancun

Sat 2/28

3:13 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$428

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 2/21

5:31 am-4:45 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Cancun

Sat 2/28

3:13 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$428

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-1:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$143

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 1/3

6:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$147

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 9 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen (average of $168). Flying from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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 PWM to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 18, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine 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 December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Aeromexico from Portland to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,006 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,629 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,053 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,895 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Portland 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 Portland to Playa del Carmen?

    Portland (PWM), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen. 5 airlines have flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

  • How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen?

    Delta and JetBlue can get you from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in just under 9h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27m. The distance from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen is about 1828 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen (average of $168). Flying from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$280Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$379Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$402Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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