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$110+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CUN
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 69 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

$234
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One-way from

$110
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377
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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 April 22, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 41mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/89:12 amCUN - ORD
1 stop14h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:34 pmORD - CUN
2 stops20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/510:46 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:35 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Thu 8/1411:05 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$265
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/284:06 pmORD - CUN
1 stop8h 29mAeromexico
Tue 6/36:01 amCUN - ORD
1 stop8h 09mAeromexico
Deal found 4/22$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/307:05 amORD - CUN
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Tue 6/36:01 amCUN - ORD
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/22$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/610:42 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/103:38 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:45 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/185:05 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$377

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 April 22, 2025.
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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Playa del Carmen

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Return

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ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Cancun

Thu 5/8

9:12 am-11:29 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$234

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

7:15 am-11:14 am

Nonstop3h 59m

Cancun

Thu 5/8

10:37 am-2:38 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$235

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

6:34 pm-3:02 pm

2 stops20h 28m

Cancun

Mon 5/5

10:46 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$254

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

4:06 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 29m

Cancun

Tue 6/3

6:01 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$307

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

1:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Cancun

Tue 5/20

6:07 am-6:48 pm

2 stops12h 41m

$317

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

10:42 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Cancun

Sat 5/10

3:38 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

$318

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

9:45 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Cancun

Wed 8/27

2:49 pm-6:49 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$346

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

5:05 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 08m

$110

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

10:42 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$111

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

9:59 am-1:44 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$116

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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 April 18, 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 69 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 April 22, 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 30, 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 April 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $110. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Volaris, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

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    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: United Airlines (81%), Emirates (80%), Spirit Airlines (76%).

  • 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 $707, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $94. 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.

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    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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$161Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VolarisCheapest$179Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VivaCheapest$250Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$279Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeromexicoCheapest$287Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$308Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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