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$393+ Cheap flights from South Padre Island, TX 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CUN
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 5/910:44 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop24h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1611:00 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop11h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/25$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:20 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Fri 5/157:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop14h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$452
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/87:41 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops17h 01m
American Airlines
Fri 5/1512:56 pm
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop6h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/107:41 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops16h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 5/1711:00 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop11h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:00 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 4/277:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/247:41 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops16h 27m
American Airlines
Mon 4/278:00 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop14h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/229:15 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop10h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 4/257:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop8h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27$490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/227:41 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop24h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 4/2511:35 am
CUN
-
BRO
2 stops11h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/27$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 6/94:44 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 6/135:35 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$522
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 6/96:42 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops18h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 6/137:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop10h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/47:20 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop11h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 5/73:24 pm
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$535

Find flight deals from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

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Round-trip from

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Average price

$628
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Padre Island 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 March 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 5/8

7:20 am-2:18 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Cancun

Fri 5/15

7:51 am-9:59 pm

1 stop14h 08m

$452

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 5/10

7:41 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops16h 59m

Cancun

Sun 5/17

11:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$462

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 4/24

12:00 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cancun

Mon 4/27

7:51 am-6:28 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$479

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 4/22

9:15 am-7:19 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Cancun

Sat 4/25

7:51 am-4:24 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$490
Quickest round-trip

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 6/9

4:44 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Cancun

Sat 6/13

5:35 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 51m

$522

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 5/4

9:25 am-7:19 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Cancun

Thu 5/7

3:24 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$535

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 8/9

7:20 am-12:33 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Cancun

Wed 8/12

2:49 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$569

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 7/1

7:20 am-12:33 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Cancun

Wed 7/8

7:51 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$569

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 8/9

6:43 pm-11:45 am

2 stops17h 02m

Cancun

Wed 8/12

12:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$574

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 5/6

7:20 am-12:02 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Cancun

Sun 5/10

7:51 am-4:24 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$594

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Best time to book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $105). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in February is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

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 March 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from South Padre Island 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,521 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    This flight path from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

    Departing from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen will take you 6h 58m. Airlines will cover a distance of 748 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

    While on average a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen is generally $162, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $463 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $105). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in February is currently the most expensive (average of $173). 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 8 airlines flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Padre Island 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 March 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$87Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$148Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$183Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$316Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$369Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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