Playa del Carmen

$226+ Cheap flights from El Paso (ELP) 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — CUN
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from El Paso to Playa del Carmen are usually found in August or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from El Paso to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for El Paso to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$428
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$226
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$542
Provider with most accurate pricing for El Paso-Cancun flight deals.
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From El Paso to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from El Paso to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from El Paso to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from El Paso to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Paso to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/91:26 pmELP - CUN
1 stop24h 25mFrontier
Fri 5/163:56 pmCUN - ELP
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 5/46:30 amELP - CUN
2 stops11h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/97:51 amCUN - ELP
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/207:00 pmELP - CUN
2 stops13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/232:15 pmCUN - ELP
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$457
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/206:00 amELP - CUN
2 stops13h 34mDelta
Fri 5/238:26 amCUN - ELP
2 stops14h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/25$507
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 6/115:10 amELP - CUN
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Sat 6/148:30 amCUN - ELP
1 stop11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/25$533
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 6/95:30 amELP - CUN
3 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1611:15 amCUN - ELP
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,224

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

Fly from

El Paso

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Fri 5/9

1:26 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Cancun

Fri 5/16

3:56 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$428

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Tue 5/20

5:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Fri 5/23

2:15 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$453

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Mon 6/9

2:10 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Cancun

Mon 6/16

5:35 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$475

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-8:34 pm

2 stops13h 34m

Cancun

Fri 5/23

8:26 am-10:03 pm

2 stops14h 37m

$507

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Wed 6/11

5:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Cancun

Sat 6/14

8:30 am-7:10 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$533

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Mon 6/9

5:30 am-12:13 pm

3 stops29h 43m

Cancun

Mon 6/16

11:15 am-1:18 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,224

El PasoCancún

ELP - CUN

ELPCUN

El Paso

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$226

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Deals found on 4/24

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from El Paso to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from El Paso to Playa del Carmen is 76 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 El Paso to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from El Paso 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 25, 2025.

When flying from El Paso 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 El Paso to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their El Paso to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

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 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from El Paso to Playa del Carmen. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from El Paso 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 El Paso to Playa del Carmen?

    If you book a flight to Playa del Carmen from El Paso, you will be flying from El Paso, which is the city’s only airport. El Paso (ELP) is located 7.2 mi from the center of El Paso. There are 0 flights from El Paso to Playa del Carmen per day from 4 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from El Paso 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 4 airlines flying from El Paso to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from El Paso 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$386Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$409Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$531Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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