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$209+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — CUN
Mar 20 — Mar 271
Fri 3/20
Fri 3/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Fri 4/247:02 pm
SBP
-
CUN
2 stops16h 54m
American Airlines
Fri 5/18:00 am
CUN
-
SBP
2 stops16h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Fri 4/2412:55 pm
SBP
-
CUN
1 stop19h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 4/294:12 pm
CUN
-
SBP
1 stop7h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$507
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Thu 5/147:02 pm
SBP
-
CUN
1 stop17h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 5/183:55 pm
CUN
-
SBP
1 stop22h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:05 am
SBP
-
CUN
1 stop8h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 2/273:07 pm
CUN
-
SBP
1 stop11h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/136:05 am
SBP
-
CUN
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Thu 3/195:30 pm
CUN
-
SBP
1 stop8h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$605

Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 18, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$499
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$209
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$506
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo 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 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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San Luis Obispo

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Playa del Carmen

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Price

San Luis ObispoCancún

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 4/24

7:02 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

12:05 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$499

San Luis ObispoCancún

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 4/24

7:02 pm-1:56 pm

2 stops16h 54m

Cancun

Fri 5/1

8:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$499

San Luis ObispoCancún

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 5/14

7:02 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Cancun

Mon 5/18

3:01 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$552

San Luis ObispoCancún

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 2/28

12:50 pm-10:27 am

2 stops18h 37m

$209

San Luis ObispoCancún

SBP - CUN

SBPCUN

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-12:20 pm

3 stops27h 20m

$343

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Deals found on 2/15

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen (average of $215). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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.

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 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,304 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from County. San Luis Obispo County (SBP) is just 3.3 mi from the center of the city. County is the only San Luis Obispo airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from San Luis Obispo County on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    For as low as $499, American Airlines can have you in Playa del Carmen from San Luis Obispo in 16h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2263 mi.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen (average of $215). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Luis Obispo 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 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$458Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$524Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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