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$265+ Cheap flights from South Padre Island, TX 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CUN
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
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 February 9, 2026.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2512:10 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 4/17:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop8h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$488
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2212:00 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Sun 4/267:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$517
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 3/208:05 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops13h 22m
American Airlines
Fri 3/2710:30 am
CUN
-
BRO
2 stops12h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$524
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:40 am
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops9h 45m
American Airlines
Sun 4/268:00 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop11h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$526
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 3/235:15 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 3/302:49 pm
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Mon 3/238:05 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops15h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 3/3012:11 pm
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop10h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$532
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/258:05 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops13h 22m
American Airlines
Wed 4/110:30 am
CUN
-
BRO
2 stops9h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 3/277:18 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop5h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 3/307:51 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop8h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 3/278:05 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops13h 22m
American Airlines
Mon 3/3012:11 pm
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop7h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$582
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/96:41 pm
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop15h 19m
American Airlines
Sun 7/127:30 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop16h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$611
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/287:49 pm
BRO
-
CUN
2 stops13h 38m
American Airlines
Sat 4/410:30 am
CUN
-
BRO
2 stops12h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Sun 3/17:18 am
BRO
-
CUN
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Wed 3/48:39 am
CUN
-
BRO
1 stop10h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5$627

Find flight deals from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated February 9, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$488
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$265
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$590
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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 February 9, 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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BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/25

12:10 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Cancun

Wed 4/1

7:51 am-4:24 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$488

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 4/22

12:00 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cancun

Sun 4/26

7:51 am-6:28 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$517

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 3/20

8:05 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 22m

Cancun

Fri 3/27

10:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$524

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 4/22

5:40 am-3:25 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Cancun

Sun 4/26

8:00 am-7:11 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$526

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 3/23

5:15 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cancun

Mon 3/30

2:49 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$528

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/25

8:05 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 22m

Cancun

Wed 4/1

10:30 am-7:34 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$542

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 3/27

7:18 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Cancun

Mon 3/30

7:51 am-4:24 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$568

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 3/27

8:05 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 22m

Cancun

Mon 3/30

12:11 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$582

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 7/9

6:41 pm-10:00 am

1 stop15h 19m

Cancun

Sun 7/12

7:30 am-12:14 am

1 stop16h 44m

$611

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 3/28

7:49 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 38m

Cancun

Sat 4/4

10:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$618

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $100). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 February 9, 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
9,259 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,259 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,259 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
7.2
Good
11,258 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,259 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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 7h 08m. 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 $488 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $100). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$87Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$141Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$183Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$316Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$369Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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