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$170+ 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CUN
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Playa del Carmen are usually found in August or June, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$368
(Delta)

One-way from

$170
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$575
From Portland to Playa del Carmen
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/76:00 amPWM - CUN
1 stop15h 20mDelta
Fri 12/121:35 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/15$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/285:42 amPWM - CUN
2 stops9h 38mDelta
Wed 11/58:00 amCUN - PWM
2 stops15h 09mDelta
Deal found 9/15$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 11/47:02 amPWM - CUN
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/121:16 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 12/76:38 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops16h 07mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:10 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/283:38 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop24h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/32:25 pmCUN - PWM
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/46:38 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/812:03 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops11h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/275:59 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/142:25 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/303:15 pmPWM - CUN
2 stops17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/610:15 amCUN - PWM
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$452
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/35:43 amPWM - CUN
2 stops10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/171:10 pmCUN - PWM
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/304:15 pmPWM - CUN
1 stop18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/611:31 amCUN - PWM
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$459

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

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Playa del Carmen

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 12/27

5:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Cancun

Sat 1/3

8:00 am-10:42 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Fri 2/27

5:30 am-4:31 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Cancun

Fri 3/6

8:59 am-11:49 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sun 2/8

5:30 am-4:31 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

8:59 am-9:59 pm

2 stops13h 00m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Mon 10/27

6:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Cancun

Fri 11/14

1:35 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Tue 10/28

1:27 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Cancun

Wed 11/5

8:00 am-10:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-3:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Cancun

Fri 12/12

11:56 am-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$368

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops15h 20m

$170

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-7:18 pm

2 stops14h 18m

$170

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Wed 10/29

11:16 am-8:04 am

1 stop21h 48m

$201

PortlandCancún

PWM - CUN

PWMCUN

Portland

Thu 10/30

3:15 pm-8:04 am

2 stops17h 49m

$235

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 September 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine 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.

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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines 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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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. 6 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?

    Aeromexico and Delta can get you from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in just under 11h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 44m. 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 $360). Flying from Portland, Maine to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 6 airlines flying from Portland to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 6 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$324Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$379Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$381Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$444Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$551Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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