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$112+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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DTW — CUN
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Playa del Carmen are usually found in February or January, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 January 21, 2025.

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$267
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One-way from

$112
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February

Average price

$446
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/246:00 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/2711:13 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$267
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Mon 2/175:20 amDTW - CUN
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/1911:13 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$281

Find flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 January 21, 2025.

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DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-10:08 am

Nonstop4h 08m

Cancun

Thu 2/27

11:13 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$267

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/17

5:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop29h 15m

Cancun

Wed 2/19

11:13 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$281

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

5:20 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 04m

$112

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/22

5:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop29h 15m

$126

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/22

5:26 pm-9:56 am

2 stops16h 30m

$149

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/5

6:45 am-5:30 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$215

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/29

8:35 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$216

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

7:05 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$255

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/21

9:50 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$286

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/9

7:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$290

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

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 DTW to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 January 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
1,849 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Detroit to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 9 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $112 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $149 and Air Canada from $216 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen consider choosing Spirit Airlines (88%), Delta (69%) or Korean Air (62%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen is generally $773, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $121. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cancun), you can expect to pay $267 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$116Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$208Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$255Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$308Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$335Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$372Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$379Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SouthwestCheapest$510Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$593Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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