Playa del Carmen

$127+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CUN
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$346
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$127
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$506
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From Durham to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Durham to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Durham to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 5/38:40 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
Fri 5/92:31 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop5h 46mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/511:45 amRDU - CUN
1 stop24h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1112:18 pmCUN - RDU
2 stops25h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/58:47 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop12h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1011:31 amCUN - RDU
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$346
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:17 amRDU - CUN
1 stop9h 18mJetBlue
Sun 6/156:50 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop12h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 4/1$356
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 8/34:41 pmRDU - CUN
1 stop8h 53mAeromexico
Fri 8/156:00 amCUN - RDU
1 stop8h 13mAeromexico
Deal found 3/31$440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 7/125:45 amRDU - CUN
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Fri 7/1812:30 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/2$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/1310:15 amRDU - CUN
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/207:51 amCUN - RDU
2 stops12h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$485
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 12/119:20 amRDU - CUN
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/154:05 pmCUN - RDU
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$493

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Durham

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

8:40 pm-9:34 am

1 stop13h 54m

Cancun

Fri 5/9

2:31 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$343

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop24h 25m

Cancun

Sun 5/11

12:18 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$344

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

8:47 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 28m

Cancun

Sat 5/10

11:31 am-7:40 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$346

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/11

6:17 am-2:35 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Cancun

Tue 6/17

6:50 pm-8:09 am

1 stop12h 19m

$356

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

10:15 am-7:20 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Cancun

Tue 5/20

7:51 am-9:29 pm

2 stops12h 38m

$485

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

4:48 pm-12:22 am

1 stop8h 34m

Cancun

Wed 6/18

6:13 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$487

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/14

12:26 pm-12:17 am

2 stops12h 51m

Cancun

Fri 6/20

6:13 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$491

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/12

11:13 am-3:24 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Cancun

Wed 6/18

4:25 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$500

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/11

7:55 pm-8:33 am

1 stop13h 38m

$127

RaleighCancún

RDU - CUN

RDUCUN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

4:25 pm-8:16 am

1 stop16h 51m

$132

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

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Durham to Playa del Carmen is 15 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 3, 2025.

When flying from Durham 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 Durham to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to Playa del Carmen, such as Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. 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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham 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 $127. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Durham to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen consider choosing Aeromexico (79%), American Airlines (67%) or Delta (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen is generally $657, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $250. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Cancun), you can expect to pay $287 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Durham 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 Durham to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$208Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$213Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$249Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$326Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$331Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$500Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$523Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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