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$292+ 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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CUN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/267:15 amBRO - CUN
1 stop12h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:44 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/197:15 amBRO - CUN
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2112:28 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/267:48 pmBRO - CUN
2 stops17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:52 pmCUN - BRO
2 stops21h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$701
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/195:35 amBRO - CUN
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/216:59 pmCUN - BRO
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$777
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:10 amBRO - CUN
2 stops16h 30mAir Canada
Sun 12/2111:45 amCUN - BRO
2 stops36h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$2,472

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 December 18, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$480
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$292
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$614
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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 December 18, 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 1/31

3:18 pm-10:30 am

2 stops18h 12m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

1:12 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$485

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 2/5

12:13 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Cancun

Sun 2/8

12:28 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$525

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 2/5

6:49 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops16h 28m

Cancun

Sun 2/8

5:21 pm-10:21 am

2 stops18h 00m

$535

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 2/18

5:40 am-2:21 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

11:32 am-11:17 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$540

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 2/18

5:40 am-4:19 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Cancun

Fri 2/27

11:35 am-10:52 pm

2 stops12h 17m

$540

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 2/22

7:18 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

8:39 am-6:02 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$545

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 2/17

7:18 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Cancun

Thu 2/26

8:39 am-6:02 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$545

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 2/18

12:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Cancun

Thu 2/26

4:51 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$545

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 1/3

7:15 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$292

BrownsvilleCancún

BRO - CUN

BROCUN

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 1/3

5:35 am-1:59 pm

2 stops7h 24m

$400

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from South Padre Island with our price prediction graph.
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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 $101). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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 Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 December 18, 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
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Padre Island 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.

  • 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 4 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 4h 37m. 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 $495 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 $101). Flying from South Padre Island to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$107Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$132Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$168Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$211Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$316Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$369Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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