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$210+ Cheap flights from South Padre Island, TX to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Sat 11/1
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Round-trip from

$488
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$210
(United Airlines)

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May

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July

Average price

$471
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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 September 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Sat 11/85:42 pmBRO - CUN
1 stop16h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/155:08 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/24$488
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:15 amBRO - CUN
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:30 amCUN - BRO
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/25$521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:35 amBRO - CUN
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:30 amCUN - BRO
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Mon 11/105:42 pmBRO - CUN
2 stops19h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/168:45 amCUN - BRO
1 stop11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/23$551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sun 11/97:17 pmBRO - CUN
2 stops14h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/166:59 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop16h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$591
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Thu 11/207:20 pmBRO - CUN
1 stop19h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/2612:03 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop12h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/24$593
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:20 amBRO - CUN
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/36:30 amCUN - BRO
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$638
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Fri 12/197:48 pmBRO - CUN
2 stops17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/226:59 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop25h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/23$695
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Thu 12/185:35 amBRO - CUN
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:10 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/24$704

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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 September 25, 2025.
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

Sat 11/8

5:42 pm-11:03 am

1 stop16h 21m

Cancun

Sat 11/15

5:08 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$488

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 11/9

7:15 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Cancun

Sun 11/16

6:30 am-8:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$521

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 11/10

9:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Sun 11/16

6:30 am-8:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$523

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 11/10

5:42 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops19h 27m

Cancun

Sun 11/16

8:45 am-6:47 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$551

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 3/10

7:10 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

4:55 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$558

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 11/9

7:17 pm-10:31 am

2 stops14h 14m

Cancun

Sun 11/16

6:59 pm-10:09 am

1 stop16h 10m

$591

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 11/20

7:20 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop19h 02m

Cancun

Wed 11/26

12:03 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$593

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 3/3

7:10 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$210

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 3/3

6:04 pm-10:32 am

2 stops15h 28m

$210

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Deals found on 9/25

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 SO9 to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from South Padre Island 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 September 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 25, 2025.
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
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

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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 1 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 5h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 748 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 7 airlines flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 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 September 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$108Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$132Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$184Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$316Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$369Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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