Playa del Carmen

$171+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CUN
Jun 13 — Jun 201
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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 May 14, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:25 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop28h 24m
Frontier
Mon 7/133:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
2 stops31h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13$373
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/16:25 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop27h 39m
Frontier
Sat 6/63:39 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/108:29 pm
SAN
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CUN
2 stops39h 55m
Frontier
Mon 8/173:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop19h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13$382
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 7/154:47 pm
SAN
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CUN
2 stops18h 57m
Frontier
Tue 7/213:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$385
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/136:25 am
SAN
-
CUN
1 stop28h 23m
Frontier
Wed 6/173:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$387
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/136:25 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop28h 23m
Frontier
Wed 6/243:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop19h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$388
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Tue 7/289:53 pm
SAN
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CUN
2 stops12h 56m
Frontier
Wed 8/53:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/10$389
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 8/319:53 pm
SAN
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CUN
2 stops12h 15m
Frontier
Wed 9/23:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$391
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/810:04 am
SAN
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CUN
1 stop24h 45m
Frontier
Sun 7/123:35 pm
CUN
-
SAN
1 stop19h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$393

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 May 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$373
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$532
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. 9% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 11/4

10:00 am-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Cancun

Thu 11/12

1:37 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$496

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 10/18

10:00 am-12:27 am

2 stops12h 27m

Cancun

Mon 10/26

11:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$496

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 7/5

7:56 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Cancun

Fri 7/10

12:35 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops13h 14m

$501

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 8/26

6:15 am-12:27 am

2 stops16h 12m

Cancun

Mon 8/31

12:35 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$501

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 7/10

10:30 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops12h 31m

Cancun

Mon 7/13

2:10 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$501

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 6/30

6:15 am-7:31 pm

2 stops11h 16m

Cancun

Tue 7/7

4:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$553

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 6/3

8:32 pm-6:41 am

1 stop8h 09m

Cancun

Mon 6/8

2:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$557

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 7/11

7:58 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops15h 37m

Cancun

Fri 7/17

12:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$558

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 6/19

7:13 pm-11:36 am

2 stops14h 23m

Cancun

Tue 6/30

12:25 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$562
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sun 9/13

3:10 pm-11:10 am

1 stop18h 00m

$183

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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 May 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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. 5 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 7h 18m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $496. 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), United Airlines ($164), and American Airlines ($166).

  • 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 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 May 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$169Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$322Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$348Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$400Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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