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$441+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — CUN
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:36 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop22h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/39:13 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop10h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:25 pm
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop18h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/39:13 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop10h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/283:39 pm
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop20h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/39:13 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop10h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$451
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/304:30 pm
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop16h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/39:13 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop10h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/23:50 pm
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop20h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/74:30 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$459
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:36 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop22h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:13 am
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop10h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$478
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:36 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop22h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/25:01 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$481
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 2/225:01 pm
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop16h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/251:25 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$484
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:36 am
ILM
-
CUN
1 stop22h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/412:25 pm
CUN
-
ILM
1 stop6h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 8/266:00 am
ILM
-
CUN
2 stops19h 27m
Delta
Wed 9/212:09 pm
CUN
-
ILM
2 stops20h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$486

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wilmington to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$484
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$579
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Playa del Carmen

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Return

Price

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/22

5:01 pm-9:18 am

1 stop16h 17m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

1:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops19h 30m

$484

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 6/20

8:00 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 35m

Cancun

Wed 6/24

3:35 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$486

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/21

6:50 am-8:04 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Cancun

Thu 6/25

1:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$489

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/9

2:23 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Cancun

Mon 3/16

8:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$526

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 2/26

2:19 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Cancun

Thu 3/5

5:45 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$526

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/7

11:46 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

6:01 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 58m

$526

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 2/19

5:01 pm-9:18 am

1 stop16h 17m

Cancun

Tue 2/24

1:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops43h 30m

$530

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/7

11:46 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Cancun

Thu 3/12

10:50 am-10:52 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$531

WilmingtonCancún

ILM - CUN

ILMCUN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/16

8:00 pm-11:12 am

1 stop16h 12m

Cancun

Tue 7/21

4:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$531

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Deals found on 1/27

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen (average of $290). Flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $495). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington 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.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from New Hanover County. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city. New Hanover County is the only Wilmington airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 2 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Wilmington New Hanover County on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in just under 6h 57m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 38m. The distance from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen is about 1065 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen (average of $290). Flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $495). 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 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$483Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$505Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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