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$116+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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RDU — CUN
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:30 amRDU - CUN
Nonstop3h 30mAeromexico
Wed 12/314:35 pmCUN - RDU
Nonstop3h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 12/27$436
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:30 amRDU - CUN
Nonstop3h 30mAeromexico
Tue 12/308:00 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 34mAeromexico
Deal found 12/26$446
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amRDU - CUN
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Mon 1/123:24 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$457
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/299:37 pmRDU - CUN
2 stops15h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1210:13 amCUN - RDU
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$479
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/273:21 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop10h 12mAeromexico
Wed 12/314:35 pmCUN - RDU
Nonstop3h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 12/26$481
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 amRDU - CUN
1 stop7h 39mFrontier
Sat 1/103:34 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/27$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/273:21 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Tue 12/308:00 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/26$491
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:30 amRDU - CUN
Nonstop3h 30mAeromexico
Sun 12/284:35 pmCUN - RDU
Nonstop3h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 12/26$526

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
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One-way from

$116
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$553
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:15 am-1:56 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Cancun

Wed 3/18

1:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$341

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Cancun

Wed 3/18

1:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$341

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

9:30 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Sat 2/14

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/13

9:30 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Fri 2/20

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/20

9:30 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Sat 2/28

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Cancun

Wed 2/11

2:22 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

9:36 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Cancun

Fri 2/13

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

12:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Sat 2/28

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$359

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

8:21 am-2:03 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

6:01 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$363

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

11:00 am-9:11 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Cancun

Wed 2/11

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$363

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen (average of $177). Flying from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 RDU to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 28, 2025.

When flying from Raleigh 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.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to PL9 are scheduled on a Saturday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Aeromexico from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,621 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,902 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 8 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to Playa del Carmen.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen in 3h 35m. Fly via JetBlue or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Raleigh and Playa del Carmen is about 1135 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $118. JetBlue flights start at $140 while deals on Southwest start at $146 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $171. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Cancun) can be booked for $288 on average, our data indicates $347 when flying from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen (average of $177). Flying from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 8 airlines flying from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$172Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$181Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$303Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$324Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$365Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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