Playa del Carmen

$100+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Antonio to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated enero 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$100
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$457
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Antonio-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Antonio to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 8, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/178:40 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop26h 00mViva
lun. 4/201:10 amCUN - SAT
1 stop15h 10mViva
Deal found 1/7$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
mié. 1/287:37 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/111:15 amCUN - SAT
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 3/1512:00 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop10h 10mViva
vie. 3/206:10 amCUN - SAT
1 stop10h 10mViva
Deal found 1/7$351
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 1/2811:05 amSAT - CUN
1 stop11h 40mViva
mié. 2/46:10 amCUN - SAT
1 stop10h 10mViva
Deal found 1/7$352
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
lun. 1/124:45 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/144:18 pmCUN - SAT
3 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$353
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 1/2011:05 amSAT - CUN
1 stop10h 10mViva
lun. 1/266:10 amCUN - SAT
1 stop10h 10mViva
Deal found 1/8$354
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
mar. 5/128:41 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop13h 22mVolaris
dom. 5/175:25 amCUN - SAT
1 stop5h 35mVolaris
Deal found 1/6$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 1/184:45 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop7h 25mViva
jue. 1/2210:40 amCUN - SAT
2 stops9h 50mViva
Deal found 1/7$356
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
lun. 5/2510:55 amSAT - CUN
Nonstop2h 31mSun Country Air
vie. 5/292:30 pmCUN - SAT
Nonstop2h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/6$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/2512:00 pmSAT - CUN
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/312:30 pmCUN - SAT
Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 1/307:37 pmSAT - CUN
2 stops17h 16mVolaris
lun. 2/21:02 pmCUN - SAT
1 stop6h 04mVolaris
Deal found 1/7$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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San Antonio

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

jue. 7/2

10:50 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Cancun

dom. 7/5

2:25 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$359

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

jue. 5/21

8:35 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Cancun

jue. 5/28

2:30 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$365

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

vie. 6/5

8:50 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Cancun

vie. 6/12

2:25 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$368

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

lun. 6/8

10:50 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Cancun

lun. 6/15

2:25 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$372

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

jue. 2/5

1:06 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Cancun

dom. 2/8

10:40 am-7:30 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$380

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

sáb. 6/13

10:55 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Cancun

lun. 6/15

2:25 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$387

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

mié. 4/22

12:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Cancun

dom. 4/26

6:10 am-7:30 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$394

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

sáb. 3/14

12:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Cancun

dom. 3/22

6:10 am-4:20 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$400

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

dom. 5/31

10:55 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Cancun

dom. 6/21

2:25 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$422

San AntonioCancún

SAT - CUN

SATCUN

San Antonio

mar. 2/3

5:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops13h 40m

Cancun

mié. 2/11

6:01 am-10:48 am

1 stop5h 47m

$436

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Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen is 71 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 San Antonio to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). Flying from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 SAT to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 enero 8, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Antonio 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 enero 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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 San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Playa del Carmen?

    Most people fly from San Antonio (SAT) if they book a flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen. On average, San Antonio has 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day from 8 airlines. San Antonio is conveniently located just 7.6 mi from San Antonio’s city center.

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

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

    A quick flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen can take about 2h 33m. Sun Country Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $359. San Antonio and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 930 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen are Viva ($81), Volaris ($118), and Sun Country Air ($125).

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

    While on average a flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen is generally $356, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $348. When looking at the most popular route, (San Antonio - Cancun), you can expect to pay $253 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen (average of $143). Flying from San Antonio to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 San Antonio to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$196Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$227Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$268Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Sun Country AirCheapest$337Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$380Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$392Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$394Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$450Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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