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$155+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SAN — CUN
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Playa del Carmen

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 December 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/316:20 amSAN - CUN
2 stops15h 09mDelta
Wed 1/74:40 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/30$566
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:45 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Sat 1/1012:15 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/29$585
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:30 pmSAN - CUN
2 stops12h 30mDelta
Fri 1/28:20 amCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/28$674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:40 pmSAN - CUN
2 stops19h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/51:37 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$721
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:45 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/712:28 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:10 amSAN - CUN
2 stops8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/101:21 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$813
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:20 amSAN - CUN
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/22:10 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$833
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:45 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/44:20 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop9h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$852
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amSAN - CUN
2 stops15h 09mDelta
Fri 1/21:10 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops13h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/29$860
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:50 amSAN - CUN
1 stop10h 35mSouthwest
Sun 1/48:40 amCUN - SAN
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$883

Find 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 December 31, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$263
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$155
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Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$712
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 2/13

8:18 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Cancun

Fri 2/20

11:40 am-12:08 am

2 stops15h 28m

$384

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 2/8

10:30 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-2:31 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 1/28

6:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Cancun

Wed 2/4

5:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 25m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 1/24

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 15m

Cancun

Tue 1/27

11:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 1/25

10:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Cancun

Wed 1/28

11:18 am-10:45 pm

2 stops14h 27m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 1/20

7:50 pm-11:15 am

2 stops12h 25m

Cancun

Fri 1/23

12:25 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$426

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 2/3

12:15 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

6:15 pm-11:51 am

2 stops20h 36m

$441

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 1/23

2:51 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops20h 59m

Cancun

Sat 1/31

6:15 pm-11:51 am

2 stops20h 36m

$446

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 4/19

6:15 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Cancun

Fri 4/24

12:29 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops12h 17m

$447

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 3/22

9:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops11h 55m

Cancun

Thu 3/26

11:05 am-11:14 pm

2 stops14h 09m

$452

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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 December 26, 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 53 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen (average of $233). Flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $365). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego 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 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,124 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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.

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen can take about 8h 05m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $421. There are 2025 mi between San Diego and Playa del Carmen. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Southwest ($137), Delta ($164), and United Airlines ($164).

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen (average of $233). Flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $365). 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 December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$203Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$274Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$368Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$368Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$400Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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