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$156+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CUN
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/232:53 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/281:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$360
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/104:37 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops17h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/171:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$361
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/232:53 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/311:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$363
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/2610:48 am
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/311:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$369
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/276:45 am
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops23h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/311:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$374
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2812:25 pm
SNA
-
CUN
1 stop25h 52m
Frontier
Fri 3/611:08 am
CUN
-
SNA
1 stop26h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$376
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/232:53 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/271:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$379
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2510:48 am
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/11:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$380
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/172:53 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/301:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$381
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/276:45 am
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops23h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/11:00 pm
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops22h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$384
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/174:37 pm
SNA
-
CUN
2 stops17h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/259:50 am
CUN
-
SNA
2 stops13h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$388

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$360
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$156
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$588
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Playa del Carmen
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One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/23

2:53 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 02m

Cancun

Sat 3/28

1:00 pm-9:53 am

2 stops22h 53m

$360

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/13

2:53 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 02m

Cancun

Mon 4/20

9:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$371

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/16

2:53 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 02m

Cancun

Wed 3/25

1:00 pm-9:53 am

2 stops22h 53m

$371

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/23

4:37 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cancun

Tue 4/28

9:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$405

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/23

4:37 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cancun

Mon 4/27

9:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$405

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/13

12:19 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Cancun

Mon 4/20

1:00 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$414

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/13

4:37 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cancun

Sat 5/16

9:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$441

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-3:28 pm

3 stops29h 43m

Cancun

Tue 3/3

1:25 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops29h 17m

$457

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-3:28 pm

3 stops29h 43m

Cancun

Fri 3/6

1:25 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops29h 17m

$463

Santa AnaCancún

SNA - CUN

SNACUN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/8

2:53 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 02m

Cancun

Sun 4/12

1:00 pm-9:53 am

2 stops22h 53m

$464

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

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

Booking 4 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen (average of $161). Flying from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Ana 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,265 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

    If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from Santa Ana, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana. There are 0 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Playa del Carmen per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen in 19h 02m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2080 mi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen (average of $161). Flying from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$387Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$403Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$427Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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