Playa del Carmen

$116+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CUN
Mar 10 — Mar 171
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Sun 2/2210:35 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop14h 00m
Delta
Fri 2/277:10 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop16h 08m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Sat 2/2110:35 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop8h 25m
Delta
Fri 2/278:00 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops17h 05m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$390
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Tue 3/35:28 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/134:17 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$401
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Mon 3/25:45 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop7h 20m
Aeromexico
Thu 3/55:05 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop9h 54m
Aeromexico
Deal found 2/5$408
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:00 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop8h 00m
Aeromexico
Wed 4/112:35 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop10h 58m
Aeromexico
Deal found 2/8$410
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Sun 2/226:30 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops14h 20m
Delta
Tue 3/312:55 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop10h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$412
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:28 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop13h 20m
Volaris
Fri 3/132:10 pm
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops21h 40m
Volaris
Deal found 2/7$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Sat 4/112:02 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop22h 53m
American Airlines
Fri 4/175:59 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop18h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$417
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/105:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop14h 27m
Volaris
Sat 4/187:14 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop17h 18m
Volaris
Deal found 2/6$421
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 5/510:55 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop7h 58m
Aeromexico
Tue 5/126:50 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops12h 25m
Aeromexico
Deal found 2/8$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 2/186:45 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Wed 2/251:40 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop10h 38m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$426
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/295:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop14h 27m
Volaris
Tue 6/210:48 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops25h 44m
Volaris
Deal found 2/8$427

Find flight deals from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$386
(Delta)

One-way from

$116
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$559
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Jose to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 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 Jose 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 8, 2026.
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San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 2/21

10:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 25m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

8:00 am-9:18 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$386

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 2/23

10:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

Cancun

Thu 2/26

5:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$386

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 2/23

10:35 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop12h 28m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

7:10 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 08m

$386

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 2/24

5:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

3:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$386

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 2/22

1:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops18h 55m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

8:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$390

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Tue 3/17

7:45 am-9:21 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$408

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 2/21

10:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

7:10 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 08m

$408

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 2/23

5:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

12:55 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$408

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Wed 2/18

5:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cancun

Thu 2/26

5:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$426

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 3/9

9:15 am-1:28 am

2 stops14h 13m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

6:50 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$430

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 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 Jose, California to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen (average of $190). Flying from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 Jose, California 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 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Jose 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 Jose to Playa del Carmen?

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. 8 airlines have flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen?

    Delta can get you from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in just under 8h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San Jose, California and Playa del Carmen is about 2375 mi.

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

    $115 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $153 and $158, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen (average of $190). Flying from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 8 airlines flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$179Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
AeromexicoCheapest$179Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$200Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$375Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$439Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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