$149+ 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 April 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $326 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $149 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $522 |
Find flight deals from San Diego to Playa del Carmen
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Playa del CarmenExplore 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 April 30, 2025.
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 April 30, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
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This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
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Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Sat 5/24
6:58 pm-11:13 am
2 stops14h 15m
Cancun
Wed 5/28
10:33 am-11:56 pm
2 stops15h 23m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Thu 5/29
6:15 am-9:37 am
2 stops25h 22m
Cancun
Wed 6/4
10:33 am-11:20 pm
1 stop14h 47m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Tue 5/27
10:01 am-12:35 am
2 stops12h 34m
Cancun
Thu 6/5
8:00 am-8:08 pm
2 stops14h 08m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Tue 5/20
6:15 am-5:05 pm
1 stop8h 50m
Cancun
Sat 5/24
8:00 am-3:46 pm
1 stop9h 46m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Mon 5/5
8:54 pm-2:10 pm
1 stop15h 16m
Cancun
Fri 5/9
3:56 pm-12:13 am
1 stop10h 17m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Sat 7/12
8:29 pm-1:15 pm
1 stop14h 46m
Cancun
Wed 7/16
6:50 pm-9:05 am
1 stop16h 15m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Sun 6/22
6:15 am-10:07 pm
1 stop13h 52m
Cancun
Sun 6/29
5:35 am-8:01 pm
1 stop16h 26m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Thu 5/29
7:29 am-8:00 pm
1 stop10h 31m
Cancun
Sun 6/1
12:00 pm-6:09 pm
1 stop8h 09m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Wed 5/28
6:15 am-12:35 am
3 stops16h 20m
San DiegoCancún
SAN - CUN
SANCUN
San Diego
Mon 6/23
7:31 pm-11:11 am
2 stops13h 40m
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.
Cheapflights Insights
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 April 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 April 30, 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 March 30, 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.
Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month
Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.
Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month
Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).
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 April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Aeromexico. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$216 | Average$418 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$279 | Average$347 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$317 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$333 | Average$475 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$574 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$348 | Average$574 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$515 | Average$710 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |