Playa del Carmen

$159+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CUN
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Sun 1/114:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$383
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/94:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$407
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Tue 12/304:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$417
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Fri 1/94:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$433
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Sat 1/103:34 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$439
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Tue 12/304:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$443
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Wed 12/314:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$447
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Thu 1/84:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$458
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/306:15 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$459
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:24 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Fri 1/94:58 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$462

Find flight deals from Salinas to Playa del Carmen

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

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$755
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Cancun flight deals.
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From Salinas to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Salinas

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

6:55 pm-11:24 am

2 stops13h 29m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

12:05 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$368

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

11:01 pm-7:13 am

Nonstop5h 12m

Cancun

Sat 1/31

1:35 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$373

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

9:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Cancun

Sat 1/17

6:01 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 50m

$382

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

8:20 am-4:49 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

6:15 pm-7:38 am

1 stop16h 23m

$385

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

8:20 am-4:49 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

6:15 pm-7:38 am

1 stop16h 23m

$385

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Cancun

Sun 1/25

5:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$387

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

7:00 am-3:24 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

Cancun

Sun 1/11

4:20 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$390

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

9:35 am-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Cancun

Thu 1/29

6:15 pm-7:38 am

1 stop16h 23m

$391

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

8:59 am-5:20 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Cancun

Thu 2/5

1:35 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$443

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

7:00 am-3:24 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

Cancun

Thu 1/15

1:35 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$443

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

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

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

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

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen (average of $162). Flying from Salinas to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 S9N to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Salinas to Playa del Carmen in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 16, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to PL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas 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 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Playa del Carmen, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Salinas to Playa del Carmen in just under 5h 12m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 17m. Salinas and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 2404 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 Salinas to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    $93 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Viva. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris and Frontier, with prices starting from $117 and $141, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Playa del Carmen?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Playa del Carmen are United Airlines (89%), American Airlines (88%) and Alaska Airlines (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,057 for a flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Cancun) is currently priced at $274.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen (average of $162). Flying from Salinas to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$186Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$201Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VivaCheapest$225Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$248Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$289Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$349Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$375Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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