Playa del Carmen

$118+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SFO — CUN
Nov 4 — Nov 111
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The best prices from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Playa del Carmen (PL9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$388
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(Kiwi.com)
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1510:59 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop10h 26mDelta
Tue 11/195:54 amCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/30$388
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/298:30 amSFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 15mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/57:29 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop14h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$389
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/159:10 pmSFO - CUN
2 stops32h 28mFrontier
Sun 12/221:16 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop14h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$390
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.
Wed 11/1311:06 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop8h 19mAeromexico
Fri 11/158:10 amCUN - SFO
1 stop11h 57mAeromexico
Deal found 10/30$394
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/142:53 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop24h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/235:55 pmCUN - SFO
Nonstop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$399
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/211:02 pmSFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/115:50 pmCUN - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$406
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/145:40 amSFO - CUN
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/212:12 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$450
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/206:00 amSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 30mJetBlue
Sun 11/244:05 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 10/29$471

Find flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

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San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Fri 11/15

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Tue 11/19

Nonstop6h 03m

$388

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 12/2

Nonstop5h 15m

Cancun

Thu 12/5

1 stop14h 58m

$389

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 12/15

2 stops32h 28m

Cancun

Sun 12/22

1 stop14h 05m

$390

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

1 stop10h 31m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

1 stop8h 30m

$391

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

2 stops12h 20m

Cancun

Mon 11/25

1 stop8h 46m

$393

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 2/15

1 stop14h 26m

Cancun

Sat 2/22

1 stop14h 17m

$396

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

1 stop12h 21m

Cancun

Sun 1/26

1 stop10h 44m

$412

San FranciscoCancun

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 1/2

1 stop14h 35m

Cancun

Fri 1/10

1 stop12h 02m

$434

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Deals found on 10/30

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen (average of $356). Flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 SFO to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

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, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen, such as Frontier, Aeromexico and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.5
Good
3,520 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.5
Good
2,036 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. You should not have trouble finding flights to Playa del Carmen from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Playa del Carmen per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Playa del Carmen. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $388, but on average you can expect to pay $399.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen is less than $432.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen for under $400?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Friday.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight route?

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen on average per day?

    Per day, 4 flights depart from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen in 5h 15m. Fly via United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Playa del Carmen is about 2419 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 San Francisco to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $118. Users have also found prices from $153 and $158 on Alaska Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen consider choosing American Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (100%) or United Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $787, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $193. The most popular route (San Francisco - Cancun), is priced around $293.

  • What does SFO to CUN mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Cancun Airport (CUN). Codes like Cancun Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen (average of $356). Flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$153Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaAerobusCheapest$231Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$251Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$260Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$285Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$310Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$341Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$359Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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