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$470+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CUN
Mar 28 — Apr 41
Sat 3/28
Sat 4/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Sun 3/226:19 am
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop7h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 3/253:32 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/24$470
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Tue 3/316:55 pm
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop17h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 4/74:10 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop21h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/14:41 pm
SBA
-
CUN
2 stops14h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 4/74:25 pm
CUN
-
SBA
2 stops21h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/91:02 pm
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop20h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 4/164:10 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop9h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$527
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 3/246:55 pm
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop17h 36m
American Airlines
Sun 3/293:32 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop20h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 3/286:55 pm
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop17h 37m
American Airlines
Wed 4/13:32 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$544
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/94:10 pm
SBA
-
CUN
2 stops19h 10m
Southwest
Thu 4/162:15 pm
CUN
-
SBA
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/23$571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/147:13 pm
SBA
-
CUN
1 stop17h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 5/173:55 pm
CUN
-
SBA
1 stop22h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$577

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/22

6:55 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop17h 36m

Cancun

Wed 3/25

3:32 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$470

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/14

7:13 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop17h 44m

Cancun

Sun 5/17

3:55 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop22h 17m

$577

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/11

6:30 am-3:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Cancun

Sat 4/18

7:58 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$600

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/4

5:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop29h 58m

Cancun

Wed 4/8

2:49 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops23h 12m

$635

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/12

7:15 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop17h 41m

Cancun

Wed 6/17

4:00 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$648

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen (average of $161). Flying from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,348 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,352 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen?

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day from 3 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen will take you 17h 36m. Santa Barbara and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 2203 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen (average of $161). Flying from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 Barbara to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$215Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$442Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$506Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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