Playa del Carmen

$161+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CUN
Jul 24 — Jul 311
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or May, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 24, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sun 8/236:00 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Fri 8/286:05 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/135:03 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Wed 7/2212:11 pm
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/21$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 11/176:10 am
IAD
-
CUN
2 stops9h 05m
Delta
Sun 11/226:06 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$343
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/204:53 pm
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop9h 37m
Aeromexico
Tue 8/256:05 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop8h 14m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/23$344
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/104:53 pm
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop18h 37m
Aeromexico
Tue 10/137:56 am
CUN
-
IAD
2 stops15h 24m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/22$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:28 am
IAD
-
CUN
2 stops12h 57m
Delta
Wed 9/26:04 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:26 pm
IAD
-
CUN
2 stops18h 35m
Delta
Tue 8/256:05 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 10/108:25 pm
IAD
-
CUN
2 stops14h 35m
American Airlines
Wed 10/147:30 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$354
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/44:53 pm
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop17h 47m
Aeromexico
Thu 10/812:38 pm
CUN
-
IAD
2 stops10h 42m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/23$355
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/253:15 pm
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop10h 13m
Aeromexico
Mon 11/308:50 pm
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop16h 55m
Aeromexico
Deal found 6/20$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/126:14 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop14h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 7/1512:11 pm
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19$357

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated June 24, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(Delta)

One-way from

$161
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$575
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/24

8:26 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 39m

Cancun

Fri 8/28

3:38 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 06m

$345

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Cancun

Tue 8/25

6:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$349

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/22

12:35 pm-3:12 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Cancun

Mon 8/24

3:38 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 06m

$383

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Cancun

Tue 8/18

6:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$393

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/4

1:09 pm-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

Cancun

Sat 7/11

12:50 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$417

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/20

12:35 pm-3:12 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Cancun

Mon 8/24

3:38 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 06m

$440

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/23

8:26 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 39m

Cancun

Sun 8/30

3:38 pm-9:23 am

1 stop16h 45m

$465

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/17

6:33 am-4:45 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Cancun

Thu 7/23

3:24 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 07m

$469
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/21

8:23 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 42m

Cancun

Sat 7/25

11:14 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$469

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/11

8:23 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 42m

Cancun

Sat 7/18

3:38 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 07m

$477

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Deals found on 6/23

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 June 24, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 24, 2026.

The most flights from IAD to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 June 24, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAeromexico from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen in just under 3h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 17m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Playa del Carmen is about 1357 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $689, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $155. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun), is priced around $334.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl 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 Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 June 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$144Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$171Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$194Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$197Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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