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$411+ 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CUN
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$411
(American Airlines)

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March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$355
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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 November 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:25 amSBA - CUN
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Mon 12/88:00 amCUN - SBA
2 stops17h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/17$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:49 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop16h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/84:37 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Mon 11/242:30 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop13h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:30 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$604
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:40 amSBA - CUN
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Fri 11/218:00 amCUN - SBA
1 stop15h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/17$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 11/186:50 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops14h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/2112:28 pmCUN - SBA
3 stops13h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$761
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/308:33 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop15h 51mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:41 amCUN - SBA
1 stop19h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$839
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:54 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/311:32 amCUN - SBA
2 stops14h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,215

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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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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/4

12:26 pm-10:30 am

2 stops19h 04m

Cancun

Sun 2/8

11:30 am-10:13 pm

2 stops13h 43m

$411

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/4

8:25 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Cancun

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-10:13 pm

2 stops17h 13m

$516

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/1

5:50 am-3:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cancun

Tue 4/7

12:29 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$518

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

6:20 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Cancun

Sun 1/18

6:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$541

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/4

2:01 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops20h 01m

Cancun

Wed 4/8

7:58 am-5:09 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$543

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/29

5:50 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops16h 43m

Cancun

Thu 4/2

7:51 am-9:08 pm

2 stops15h 17m

$548

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Deals found on 11/17

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 $162). Flying from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 SBA to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara 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 November 17, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 November 17, 2025.
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
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
9,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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 9h 55m. Santa Barbara and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 2203 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $162). Flying from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$215Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$507Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$545Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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