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$124+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CUN
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Fri 8/22
Fri 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$351
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$124
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$452
From Raleigh-Durham to Playa del Carmen
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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 August 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/269:23 amRDU - CUN
1 stop4h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2812:05 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$351
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:30 amRDU - CUN
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Sat 11/151:28 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$352
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:00 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/209:16 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:10 amRDU - CUN
2 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/42:07 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$354
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:09 amRDU - CUN
2 stops23h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/810:40 amCUN - RDU
1 stop24h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$355
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:00 amRDU - CUN
1 stop4h 50mJetBlue
Sat 9/139:45 amCUN - RDU
1 stop11h 27mJetBlue
Deal found 8/16$357
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/184:45 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop9h 14mAeromexico
Fri 9/266:01 amCUN - RDU
1 stop8h 14mAeromexico
Deal found 8/15$358
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/243:09 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop9h 14mAeromexico
Tue 12/26:00 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 39mAeromexico
Deal found 8/16$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:08 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/89:16 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$360
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:09 amRDU - CUN
2 stops47h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/151:49 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop23h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$361
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:27 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop22h 29mFrontier
Fri 10/241:41 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop8h 18mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$362
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:20 amRDU - CUN
2 stops11h 15mAeromexico
Sat 9/138:32 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop17h 43mAeromexico
Deal found 8/16$363

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 August 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/26

9:23 am-12:59 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Cancun

Sun 9/28

12:05 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$351

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

7:59 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Cancun

Sat 10/4

2:47 pm-7:49 am

1 stop16h 02m

$352

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

3:30 pm-11:08 am

1 stop20h 38m

Cancun

Sun 9/21

9:54 am-10:46 am

1 stop23h 52m

$352

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/3

6:06 pm-9:15 am

1 stop16h 09m

Cancun

Thu 10/9

12:08 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$355

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/3

9:09 am-9:04 am

2 stops23h 55m

Cancun

Sat 11/8

10:40 am-10:51 am

1 stop24h 11m

$355

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/13

8:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

1:00 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$357

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/17

8:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

Cancun

Sat 9/20

1:00 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$357

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

Cancun

Sat 9/13

9:45 am-10:12 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$357

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/14

9:23 am-12:59 pm

1 stop28h 36m

Cancun

Sun 9/21

9:16 am-2:35 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$357

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

Cancun

Sat 9/27

9:45 am-10:12 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$357

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

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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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen is 15 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 August 17, 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 17, 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
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 9 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $377. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Cancun) can be booked for $285 on average our data indicates $545 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Raleigh 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 9 airlines flying from Raleigh to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 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 August 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$242Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$278Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$330Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$332Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$365Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$762Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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