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$136+ 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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CUN
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$305
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(United Airlines)

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April

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August

Average price

$492
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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 octubre 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mié. 12/106:40 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops17h 36mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/183:15 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mié. 12/106:08 amPWM - CUN
1 stop15h 12mDelta
jue. 12/181:37 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop10h 22mDelta
Deal found 10/28$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
jue. 12/116:40 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/183:15 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$413
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:40 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops16h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/2112:08 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$423
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/36:00 amPWM - CUN
1 stop9h 17mDelta
vie. 11/1411:50 amCUN - PWM
1 stop10h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/29$434
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/166:00 amPWM - CUN
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/238:15 amCUN - PWM
1 stop13h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mié. 10/291:27 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop7h 53mDelta
mié. 11/58:00 amCUN - PWM
1 stop14h 19mDelta
Deal found 10/27$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mié. 10/296:00 amPWM - CUN
2 stops10h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/512:28 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops10h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
jue. 12/116:40 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops16h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/141:16 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$458
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/35:30 amPWM - CUN
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
vie. 11/1412:28 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$500

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PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

mar. 1/27

6:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

8:39 am-11:30 pm

2 stops14h 51m

$305

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

jue. 12/11

6:40 pm-10:45 am

2 stops16h 05m

Cancun

jue. 12/18

2:28 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$305

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

lun. 1/19

5:20 am-4:09 pm

2 stops10h 49m

Cancun

lun. 1/26

12:07 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$305

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

dom. 1/18

5:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Cancun

mar. 1/27

8:50 pm-12:20 am

2 stops27h 30m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

mar. 1/20

6:17 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Cancun

mar. 1/27

1:40 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

dom. 1/18

5:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Cancun

lun. 1/26

7:42 pm-12:20 am

2 stops28h 38m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

lun. 1/19

6:17 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Cancun

mar. 1/27

1:40 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

mar. 1/20

5:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Cancun

mar. 1/27

8:50 pm-12:20 am

2 stops27h 30m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

mar. 1/27

5:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

4:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$326

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

mié. 12/10

6:08 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 12m

Cancun

jue. 12/18

1:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$343

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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 October 24, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen (average of $173). 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 octubre 30, 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.

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 octubre 30, 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
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,674 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
11,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,906 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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

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?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Aeromexico can get you from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in just under 11h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 50m. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen (average of $173). 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$324Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$379Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$381Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$402Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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