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$113+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CUN
Jun 6 — Jun 131
Sat 6/6
Sat 6/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 7, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:45 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Tue 6/23:22 pm
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:52 am
BWI
-
CUN
1 stop6h 15m
Frontier
Wed 5/271:14 pm
CUN
-
BWI
2 stops17h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$319
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/247:00 am
DCA
-
CUN
1 stop30h 04m
Frontier
Thu 5/283:39 pm
CUN
-
DCA
1 stop29h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$319
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:45 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Thu 5/2810:19 am
CUN
-
IAD
2 stops11h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$320
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:52 am
BWI
-
CUN
1 stop6h 15m
Frontier
Sun 5/3110:19 am
CUN
-
BWI
2 stops20h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$320
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:52 am
BWI
-
CUN
1 stop6h 15m
Frontier
Tue 6/23:22 pm
CUN
-
BWI
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$324
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/114:20 pm
DCA
-
CUN
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:39 pm
CUN
-
DCA
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$327
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:59 am
DCA
-
CUN
1 stop14h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:39 pm
CUN
-
DCA
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$332
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:49 am
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Sat 5/233:22 pm
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$334
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:10 am
DCA
-
CUN
1 stop8h 00m
JetBlue
Fri 6/510:10 am
CUN
-
DCA
1 stop7h 45m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/5$334
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:10 am
DCA
-
CUN
1 stop8h 00m
JetBlue
Thu 5/289:15 am
CUN
-
DCA
1 stop5h 44m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/4$335
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/304:46 pm
IAD
-
CUN
1 stop18h 35m
Aeromexico
Sat 6/66:07 am
CUN
-
IAD
1 stop8h 16m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/5$341

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$314
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One-way from

$113
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$514
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. 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

Tue 6/9

8:29 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 56m

Cancun

Sun 6/14

6:07 am-3:23 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$346

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

Cancun

Tue 7/14

6:03 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$346

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/8

10:16 am-8:25 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Cancun

Tue 6/30

6:03 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$346

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/2

12:55 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

12:55 pm-12:33 am

1 stop10h 38m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/29

12:40 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Cancun

Tue 11/3

8:23 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/14

7:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Cancun

Fri 7/17

1:43 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/1

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

12:50 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Cancun

Thu 7/9

8:45 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/26

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Thu 7/30

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Wed 6/3

2:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$356

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 May 7, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 May 7, 2026.

The most flights from WAS 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. 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 May 7, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andJetBlue from Washington, D.C. 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,978 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,637 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,964 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen will take you 7h 24m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Playa del Carmen is about 1391 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. to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $124. Users have also found prices from $133 and $133 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Cancun or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cancun.

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen is generally $607, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $165. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $342 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$133Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$134Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$165Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$197Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$325Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$490Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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