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$118+ Cheap flights from Houston to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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HOU — CUN
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Houston to Playa del Carmen are usually found in April or May, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$225
(Priceline)

One-way from

$118
(Southwest)

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November

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April

Average price

$381
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

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Sun 12/297:21 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/3111:55 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:02 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:30 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$266
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/284:54 pmIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 24mLufthansa
Mon 12/306:30 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 32mLufthansa
Deal found 12/21$287
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/284:54 pmIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/308:15 amCUN - IAH
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/255:50 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Fri 12/278:30 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$381
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:17 pmHOU - CUN
1 stop20h 43mBritish Airways
Mon 12/307:00 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop21h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$435
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Sat 12/289:05 amHOU - CUN
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/304:08 pmCUN - HOU
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$436
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Sat 12/285:45 amIAH - CUN
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/301:17 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$436
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Wed 12/2510:35 amHOU - CUN
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Mon 12/308:15 amCUN - HOU
1 stop10h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/21$466
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Sat 12/286:19 pmIAH - CUN
1 stop15h 21mBritish Airways
Mon 12/301:17 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop6h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$466
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:03 amHOU - CUN
1 stop8h 12mAeromexico
Fri 12/276:10 amCUN - HOU
2 stops17h 18mAeromexico
Deal found 12/21$833

Find flights from Houston to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 December 22, 2024.

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HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/4

7:21 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 29m

Cancun

Thu 2/20

1:10 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$225

HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/1

7:21 pm-9:01 am

1 stop12h 40m

Cancun

Thu 2/6

1:16 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$250

HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/4

12:35 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Cancun

Thu 2/20

8:39 am-10:11 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$296

HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/3

11:56 am-9:49 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Cancun

Tue 4/8

9:39 pm-10:25 am

1 stop12h 46m

$304

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/13

4:45 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cancun

Thu 1/16

11:25 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$316

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Cancun

Thu 1/16

4:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$336

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Fri 2/28

8:45 am-3:39 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$356

HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/20

4:02 pm-11:57 am

2 stops18h 55m

Cancun

Wed 2/26

3:49 pm-12:20 am

1 stop9h 31m

$382

HoustonCancún

IAH - CUN

IAHCUN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/22

10:40 am-9:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Cancun

Thu 5/29

11:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop10h 05m

$387

HoustonCancún

HOU - CUN

HOUCUN

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/26

2:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Cancun

Wed 4/2

4:30 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$421

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

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Playa del Carmen is 4 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 Houston to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from Houston 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 Houston to Playa del Carmen?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Houston to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Houston 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from HO1 to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris, Frontier and Aeromexico from Houston to Playa del Carmen. 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
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
1,915 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Houston 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 Houston to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $118. Spirit Airlines flights start at $118 while deals on Frontier start at $119 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $285 for a flight from Houston to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $118 while the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - Cancun) is currently priced at $237.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$189Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VivaCheapest$254Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$295Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
VolarisCheapest$326Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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