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$115+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CUN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/812:50 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sat 11/152:50 pmCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$252
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop8h 34mAeromexico
Fri 11/1411:50 amCUN - HOU
1 stop12h 17mAeromexico
Deal found 10/28$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/36:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Fri 11/712:05 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/28$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:40 amHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Tue 11/188:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop13h 25mSouthwest
Sat 12/611:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$341
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/106:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop14h 20mAeromexico
Fri 11/141:32 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop10h 35mAeromexico
Deal found 10/30$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/282:40 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/25:05 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/149:07 amHOU - CUN
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/181:05 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:30 amHOU - CUN
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/611:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/711:40 amHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Thu 12/119:40 amCUN - HOU
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2910:55 amHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/38:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$362
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/16:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop14h 20mAeromexico
Fri 11/78:00 amCUN - HOU
1 stop10h 48mAeromexico
Deal found 10/28$363

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$252
(Southwest)

One-way from

$115
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$431
From Houston Hobby to Playa del Carmen
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

12:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Sat 11/22

10:25 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$252

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/1

2:32 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Cancun

Thu 12/4

12:00 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$316

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/28

8:40 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Tue 12/2

8:20 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$337

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/1

12:45 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/18

12:55 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$347

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/7

11:40 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/11

9:40 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$361

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/27

10:40 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Cancun

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-5:52 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$364

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/3

11:40 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Sat 12/6

11:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$382

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/15

10:39 am-12:05 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Cancun

Fri 12/19

8:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$441

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/13

12:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/18

8:20 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$442

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/22

4:30 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/25

5:25 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$442

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Deals found on 10/28

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Playa del Carmen

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $129). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen in February is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 HOU to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby 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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and Viva. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Viva
7.0
Good
790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Departing from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen will take you 2h 15m. There are 792 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Playa del Carmen. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    On average you can expect to pay $335 for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $114 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Cancun) is currently priced at $199.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $129). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Playa del Carmen in February is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 9 airlines flying from Hobby to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$136Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$162Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$163Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$248Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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