Playa del Carmen

$197+ 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CUN
May 8 — May 151
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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 April 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Mon 4/276:00 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop9h 00m
American Airlines
Thu 4/304:10 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop8h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6$456
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:20 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops11h 35m
Delta
Thu 4/308:00 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops13h 07m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$460
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/56:45 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop8h 06m
Aeromexico
Tue 5/124:15 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop9h 26m
Aeromexico
Deal found 4/3$464
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Wed 4/225:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops26h 14m
Volaris
Fri 4/242:20 pm
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops22h 12m
Volaris
Deal found 4/7$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 5/56:00 am
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops11h 43m
Delta
Tue 5/128:08 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops16h 06m
Delta
Deal found 4/5$470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/26:00 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops13h 55m
Delta
Wed 5/1312:45 pm
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops11h 29m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$474
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Wed 4/225:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops26h 14m
Volaris
Sat 4/2510:04 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops26h 28m
Volaris
Deal found 4/7$475
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 4/2112:23 pm
SJC
-
CUN
3 stops22h 58m
Volaris
Fri 4/242:20 pm
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops22h 12m
Volaris
Deal found 4/7$479
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sun 4/265:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops23h 38m
Volaris
Sun 5/310:04 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops26h 28m
Volaris
Deal found 4/8$483
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:00 am
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops10h 43m
Delta
Tue 6/26:07 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops12h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/7$485
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 4/2112:23 pm
SJC
-
CUN
3 stops22h 58m
Volaris
Sat 4/2510:04 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops26h 28m
Volaris
Deal found 4/7$486
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/105:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops26h 14m
Volaris
Mon 4/207:14 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop17h 18m
Volaris
Deal found 4/5$488

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 April 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$456
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$516
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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. 8% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 4/27

6:32 pm-9:55 am

2 stops13h 23m

Cancun

Thu 4/30

11:00 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$460

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-7:43 pm

2 stops11h 43m

Cancun

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-10:14 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$470

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 5/2

4:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops15h 55m

Cancun

Tue 5/12

4:15 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$474

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 5/16

2:33 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Cancun

Thu 5/21

11:00 am-5:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$485

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 5/23

8:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Cancun

Tue 7/28

8:00 am-11:39 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$489

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 8/11

9:05 am-12:27 am

2 stops13h 22m

Cancun

Wed 8/26

7:06 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$500

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 8/8

8:44 pm-3:21 pm

1 stop16h 37m

Cancun

Thu 8/27

3:20 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$500
Quickest round-trip

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 5/15

8:05 pm-11:35 am

2 stops13h 30m

Cancun

Tue 5/19

4:15 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$519

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 6/29

7:11 pm-11:36 am

2 stops14h 25m

Cancun

Fri 7/3

8:35 am-10:16 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$524

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 9/15

6:37 pm-2:37 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Cancun

Sat 9/19

2:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$535

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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 April 3, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen (average of $188). Flying from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 April 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 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. 7 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 and United Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in just under 13h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 37m. The distance between San Jose, California and Playa del Carmen is about 2375 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $113 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $158 and $159, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen (average of $188). Flying from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 Jose to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 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 April 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$167Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$179Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$289Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$373Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$375Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$403Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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