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$133+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SJC — CUN
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

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Round-trip from

$328
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$471
From San Jose to Playa del Carmen
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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 August 20, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:35 amSJC - CUN
2 stops24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/79:52 amCUN - SJC
2 stops15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$330
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:35 amSJC - CUN
2 stops24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/612:28 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops13h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$339
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:35 amSJC - CUN
2 stops24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/79:52 amCUN - SJC
2 stops15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$340
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/211:30 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/510:20 amCUN - SJC
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$341
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/411:40 amSJC - CUN
2 stops19h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/94:10 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$356
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/311:30 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 19mVolaris
Fri 10/108:00 amCUN - SJC
1 stop7h 40mVolaris
Deal found 8/19$359
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/36:35 amSJC - CUN
2 stops24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/1012:08 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$365
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/311:30 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1012:08 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/33:10 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/85:30 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop18h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$374

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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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

6:35 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 20m

Cancun

Tue 10/7

9:52 am-11:49 pm

2 stops15h 57m

$330

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Thu 10/2

6:35 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 20m

Cancun

Mon 10/6

12:28 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops13h 21m

$339

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Thu 10/2

6:35 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 20m

Cancun

Tue 10/7

9:52 am-11:49 pm

2 stops15h 57m

$340

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 9/2

11:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Cancun

Fri 9/5

10:20 am-8:00 pm

3 stops35h 40m

$341

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 10/4

11:40 am-8:47 am

2 stops19h 07m

Cancun

Thu 10/9

4:10 pm-10:51 am

1 stop20h 41m

$356

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

11:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Cancun

Fri 10/10

8:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$359

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

6:35 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 20m

Cancun

Fri 10/10

12:08 pm-7:18 am

2 stops21h 10m

$365

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

11:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Cancun

Fri 10/10

12:08 pm-7:18 am

2 stops21h 10m

$372

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

3:10 pm-6:49 am

2 stops37h 39m

Cancun

Wed 10/8

5:30 pm-10:13 am

1 stop18h 43m

$374

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Fri 9/5

4:16 pm-9:15 am

2 stops14h 59m

$133

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose 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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 20, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,161 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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. 10 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 to Playa del Carmen?

    A quick flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen can take about 24h 20m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $330. San Jose and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 2375 mi.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $133 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $139 and Volaris from $144 one-way.

  • 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 to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 10 airlines flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$196Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$211Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$248Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$311Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$325Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$331Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$341Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$374Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$375Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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