Playa del Carmen

$164+ 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CUN
Mar 18 — Mar 251
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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 February 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:42 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Wed 4/223:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$340
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:45 am
SAN
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Wed 4/223:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2811:42 am
SAN
-
CUN
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Fri 5/83:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop30h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$346
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/16:25 am
SAN
-
CUN
1 stop7h 52m
Frontier
Tue 3/109:53 am
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop16h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2511:42 am
SAN
-
CUN
2 stops20h 48m
Frontier
Thu 5/73:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop18h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2111:21 am
SAN
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CUN
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/710:50 am
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$352
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Fri 2/276:25 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop7h 52m
Frontier
Wed 3/42:27 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$353
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:45 am
SAN
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Wed 4/223:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$358
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:00 pm
SAN
-
CUN
2 stops19h 16m
Frontier
Tue 3/109:53 am
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop16h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/129:56 pm
SAN
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CUN
2 stops26h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/223:54 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop9h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:55 am
SAN
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CUN
2 stops24h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/109:53 am
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$362

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 February 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$340
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$164
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$585
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Diego to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from San Diego to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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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 February 16, 2026.
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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Return

Price

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 5/2

11:42 am-2:39 pm

1 stop24h 57m

Cancun

Wed 5/6

3:54 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$346

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 2/21

11:21 am-9:56 am

2 stops19h 35m

Cancun

Sat 3/7

10:50 am-12:16 am

1 stop16h 26m

$352

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 3/24

6:25 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Cancun

Tue 3/31

10:08 am-12:08 am

1 stop16h 00m

$358

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 4/9

6:45 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Mon 4/13

5:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$379

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 3/25

6:25 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Cancun

Sun 3/29

5:27 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 49m

$383

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 2/23

6:25 am-5:17 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Cancun

Mon 3/9

10:08 am-8:33 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$388

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 3/2

6:25 am-5:17 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Cancun

Mon 3/9

10:08 am-8:33 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$388

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 2/27

8:18 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Cancun

Wed 3/4

2:27 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$389

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 2/28

12:23 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops22h 14m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

2:27 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$398

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 3/31

6:25 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$164

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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 February 13, 2026.

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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 February 16, 2026.
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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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. 6 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 24h 57m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $346. There are 2025 mi between San Diego and Playa del Carmen.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 6 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$179Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$192Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$400Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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