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$103+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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CHI — CUN
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$202
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$103
(Kiwi.com)

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March

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September

Average price

$440
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/299:35 pmORD - CUN
1 stop15h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/3111:57 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/299:35 pmORD - CUN
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/111:41 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/315:30 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 09mFrontier
Wed 1/111:41 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/248:20 pmORD - CUN
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/303:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$435
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/247:00 amORD - CUN
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Tue 12/3112:05 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/22$486
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/257:05 amMDW - CUN
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Thu 1/303:00 pmCUN - MDW
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$496
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:20 amORD - CUN
1 stop9h 25mViva
Tue 5/66:00 amCUN - ORD
1 stop18h 35mViva
Deal found 12/21$499
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/2510:50 amMDW - CUN
1 stop20h 48mFrontier
Thu 1/3010:08 amCUN - MDW
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$544
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/236:00 amMDW - CUN
1 stop8h 15mAeromexico
Thu 12/268:15 amCUN - MDW
1 stop9h 02mAeromexico
Deal found 12/21$553
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/225:40 amORD - CUN
1 stop9h 50mAeromexico
Tue 12/3112:45 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop11h 07mAeromexico
Deal found 12/20$566
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/2510:50 amMDW - CUN
1 stop20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/301:53 pmCUN - MDW
2 stops9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$622
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2510:08 amMDW - CUN
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Tue 12/314:25 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/21$625

Find flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 December 22, 2024.

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ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop4h 19m

Cancun

Fri 1/31

12:07 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$202

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Thu 2/13

1:10 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$211

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

5:11 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Cancun

Fri 2/7

12:07 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$218

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

8:42 am-1:33 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Cancun

Thu 2/6

1:27 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$256

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

3:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop18h 10m

Cancun

Mon 1/27

7:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$268

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

5:40 pm-9:28 am

1 stop14h 48m

Cancun

Sun 1/26

10:55 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$271

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/22

5:10 am-1:04 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Cancun

Wed 2/26

3:49 pm-12:17 am

1 stop9h 28m

$301

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/2

6:40 am-2:34 pm

1 stop30h 54m

Cancun

Sat 3/8

1:40 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$324

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/10

6:40 am-10:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Cancun

Mon 3/17

5:10 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$340

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/20

10:57 am-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Cancun

Thu 1/23

4:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$354

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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 47 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 Chicago to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Chicago to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 CHI to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from Chicago 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 Chicago to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to PL9 are scheduled on a Saturday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, Volaris and Aeromexico. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,915 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $105. However, be on the lookout for offers from Viva and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Playa del Carmen from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (100%), Emirates (92%), United Airlines( 91%).

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

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen is generally $641, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $190 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Chicago to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 Chicago to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$28Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$171Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VivaCheapest$251Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$257Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$392Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air CanadaCheapest$589Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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