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$108+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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ORD — CUN
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or May, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen

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Round-trip from

$223
(Expedia)

One-way from

$108
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$498
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

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Thu 4/310:10 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/810:53 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sun 5/118:40 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/152:59 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/276:34 pmORD - CUN
2 stops24h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/110:46 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$266
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Mon 5/124:06 pmORD - CUN
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Mon 5/193:26 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/27$306
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Fri 5/26:34 pmORD - CUN
2 stops19h 26mVolaris
Thu 5/88:25 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop9h 17mVolaris
Deal found 3/28$307
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Wed 4/233:28 pmORD - CUN
1 stop9h 27mAeromexico
Sat 5/36:08 amCUN - ORD
2 stops17h 51mAeromexico
Deal found 3/27$316

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

10:10 am-2:06 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

Cancun

Fri 4/11

12:16 pm-12:58 am

1 stop12h 42m

$223

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

8:40 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Cancun

Thu 5/15

2:59 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$256

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

6:34 pm-12:35 am

1 stop30h 01m

Cancun

Wed 5/14

12:18 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$262

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

1:45 am-2:26 pm

1 stop12h 41m

Cancun

Mon 4/14

5:18 pm-4:18 am

1 stop11h 00m

$298

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

4:06 pm-12:25 am

1 stop8h 19m

Cancun

Mon 5/19

3:26 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$306

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

1:59 am-10:24 am

1 stop8h 25m

Cancun

Fri 5/2

3:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$316

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

6:34 pm-12:35 am

1 stop30h 01m

$108

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

7:21 pm-11:20 am

1 stop15h 59m

$109

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

6:34 pm-3:02 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$117

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

3:28 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$141

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to PL9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,701 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $109. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen on time: Emirates (88%), United Airlines (88%), American Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    While on average a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen is generally $784, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $110. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $223 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$153Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$178Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VivaCheapest$237Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$257Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$526Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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