Playa del Carmen

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Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025

Find the latest flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 2, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$559

Round-trip from

$291

One-way from

$139
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
From New York to Cancun
One-way flight from New York to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest flights to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

Wed 4/3010:06 amEWR - CUN
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/77:51 amCUN - EWR
1 stop10h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$291
Thu 4/248:59 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/112:16 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$292
Mon 5/58:00 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 20mJetBlue
Wed 5/712:30 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop4h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 4/2$296
Fri 5/96:00 amLGA - CUN
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2112:18 pmCUN - LGA
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$298
Sat 5/107:05 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/152:40 pmCUN - JFK
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$298
Mon 5/58:14 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 21mDelta
Mon 5/1212:50 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/1$299
Sat 5/106:30 amJFK - CUN
1 stop6h 31mJetBlue
Wed 5/212:18 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 4/1$303
Sun 4/275:30 amEWR - CUN
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/21:20 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$310
Tue 4/228:05 amLGA - CUN
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/307:50 amCUN - LGA
2 stops14h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$315
Sat 4/2610:00 pmLGA - CUN
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/19:10 amCUN - LGA
1 stop10h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$316
Tue 7/89:55 amLGA - CUN
1 stop13h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/1611:14 amCUN - LGA
1 stop11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$317
Mon 5/511:50 amSWF - CUN
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1112:18 pmCUN - SWF
1 stop21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$319

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Price

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 4/30

10:06 am-3:51 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Cancun

Wed 5/7

7:51 am-7:08 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$291

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Thu 4/24

8:59 pm-11:10 am

1 stop15h 11m

Cancun

Thu 5/1

12:16 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$292

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 5/5

8:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Wed 5/7

12:30 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$296

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/10

7:05 am-10:05 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Cancun

Thu 5/15

2:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$298

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 13m

Cancun

Wed 5/21

12:18 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$298

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

8:14 am-11:35 am

Nonstop4h 21m

Cancun

Mon 5/12

12:50 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$299

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/10

6:30 am-12:01 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Cancun

Wed 5/21

2:18 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$303

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 4/27

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Cancun

Fri 5/2

1:20 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$310

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/22

8:05 am-2:09 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Cancun

Wed 4/30

7:50 am-11:43 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$315

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/26

10:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 15m

Cancun

Thu 5/1

9:10 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$316

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Best time to book a flight to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Playa del Carmen

When is the best time to book a flight to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen?

On average, a flight from New York to Playa del Carmen takes 6 hours 46 minutes. Flights to Playa del Carmen from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Playa del Carmen should consider flying on Sunday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Playa del Carmen

The most flights from New York to Playa del Carmen are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Playa del Carmen are Aeromexico, JetBlue and Air Canada.

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 April 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen, Mexico Travel Information

  • Go to Alux, one of the many bars on the lively Quinta Avenida.  Alux is special because it is in a cave, so make sure you see it even if you end up somewhere else.
  • Visit Tulum one of the ancient ruined cities of the Mayan civilization. It is not the largest but is close to Playa del Carmen and is one of the best preserved, and all the more dramatic because it overlooks the sea and a rocky hillside.  Why did the Mayans die out?
  • Swim with dolphins at Xcaret the best known nature park.  You can also scuba dive, and dive in caverns, or see jaguars, manatees, sea turtles and other endangered species. Or just take it easy and lie back in a hammock in a tropical forest.
  • Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Frontier is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Playa del Carmen?

    A round-trip flight to Playa del Carmen will typically cost around $90, however they can be found for as little as $44.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Miami offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 45 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0.0 mi away from Cancun).

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