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$151+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CUN
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$514
From San Diego to Playa del Carmen
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/1810:45 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/214:05 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$261
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:15 amSAN - CUN
2 stops24h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1312:52 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:05 amSAN - CUN
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/281:43 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop9h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/98:00 amSAN - CUN
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1610:48 amCUN - SAN
2 stops22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$341
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/108:00 amSAN - CUN
2 stops14h 59mAeromexico
Tue 9/168:00 amCUN - SAN
1 stop14h 26mAeromexico
Deal found 7/29$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 10/209:48 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop13h 00mDelta
Fri 10/2411:15 amCUN - SAN
2 stops14h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/30$364

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 8/18

10:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Cancun

Thu 8/21

4:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$261

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 40m

Cancun

Sat 9/13

12:52 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$287

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 8/25

8:05 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Cancun

Thu 8/28

1:43 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$304

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 8/9

8:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop23h 32m

Cancun

Sat 8/16

10:48 am-7:21 am

2 stops22h 33m

$341

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 9/10

6:20 am-12:59 am

2 stops16h 39m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

5:40 am-3:25 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$354

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 10/20

9:48 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Cancun

Fri 10/24

11:15 am-11:27 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$364

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/14

7:01 pm-9:43 am

2 stops12h 42m

$151

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/14

9:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$166

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/7

10:17 pm-11:20 am

1 stop11h 03m

$208

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/7

10:30 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$213

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 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 San Diego to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 July 31, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Aeromexico from San Diego to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 Diego to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 7 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from San Diego on a regular basis.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen are Spirit Airlines ($151), Aeromexico ($166), and American Airlines ($208).

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Diego 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$217Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$274Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$350Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$375Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$458Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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