Playa del Carmen

$168+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CUN
Jun 27 — Jul 41
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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 May 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/65:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop25h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1111:50 am
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop23h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 6/155:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop15h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/2411:55 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops33h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Sat 8/2211:27 am
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop28h 47m
Volaris
Mon 8/3111:46 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops24h 01m
Volaris
Deal found 5/28$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/58:23 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/910:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$401
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/35:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop25h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1111:16 am
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops34h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 6/258:25 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops16h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/210:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/125:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops19h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1610:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/125:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops19h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1710:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/2011:27 am
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops20h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/2310:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$418
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Thu 8/205:21 pm
SJC
-
CUN
1 stop25h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/2512:51 pm
CUN
-
SJC
2 stops22h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25$419
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Mon 7/68:23 pm
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops12h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/1310:00 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Sat 9/1211:27 am
SJC
-
CUN
2 stops25h 14m
Volaris
Sat 9/1912:49 pm
CUN
-
SJC
1 stop22h 58m
Volaris
Deal found 5/28$423

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 May 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$168
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$549
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. 5% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 11/8

6:30 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Cancun

Wed 11/18

3:18 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$510

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Mon 7/6

8:59 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops14h 01m

Cancun

Thu 7/9

8:00 am-10:13 pm

2 stops16h 13m

$515

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 9/6

6:27 pm-11:25 am

2 stops14h 58m

Cancun

Fri 9/11

8:00 am-7:35 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$515

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 11/6

9:05 am-10:28 pm

2 stops10h 23m

Cancun

Tue 11/10

12:27 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$545

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 11/7

7:15 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Cancun

Wed 11/11

1:28 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$545

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 11/7

7:15 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Cancun

Tue 11/10

5:15 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 40m

$545

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 11/1

6:30 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Cancun

Sat 11/7

8:39 am-5:43 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$550

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 9/25

8:53 pm-11:15 am

2 stops12h 22m

Cancun

Thu 10/1

9:11 am-7:35 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$550

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 7/14

6:35 am-8:23 pm

1 stop11h 48m

Cancun

Sat 7/18

8:00 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$595

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Wed 11/18

7:15 am-9:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Cancun

Wed 11/25

8:00 am-8:17 am

2 stops27h 17m

$600

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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 28, 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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • 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?

    Aeromexico, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Playa del Carmen in just under 10h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 01m. 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?

    $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 Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $172 and $173, 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.

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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 May 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$130Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$196Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$221Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$373Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$375Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$403Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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