Playa del Carmen

$149+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Irvine to Playa del Carmen are usually found in February or January, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) 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 November 21, 2024.

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$334
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One-way from

$149
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High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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Thu 12/129:29 amLAX - CUN
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/172:22 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$335
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Mon 12/211:19 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/92:29 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop12h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/271:55 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops21h 07mVolaris
Thu 11/2810:55 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop16h 25mVolaris
Deal found 11/20$344
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Tue 12/32:20 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop18h 35mViva
Tue 12/107:05 amCUN - LAX
1 stop8h 45mViva
Deal found 11/19$345
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Sat 12/712:51 amLAX - CUN
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/195:55 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/107:14 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/177:29 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$351
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/610:35 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 40mAeromexico
Tue 12/107:15 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAeromexico
Deal found 11/21$366
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/169:30 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops11h 55mFrontier
Fri 12/202:08 pmCUN - LAX
2 stops20h 23mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/612:45 amLAX - CUN
1 stop10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/105:15 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$395
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Fri 12/1310:35 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 40mDelta
Tue 12/177:15 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/20$399

Find flights from Irvine to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Sat 1/18

1:55 pm-9:28 am

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2:52 pm-12:20 pm

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Thu 12/12

9:29 am-9:14 am

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2:22 pm-12:30 am

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$335

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11:19 pm-11:05 am

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2:29 pm-11:30 pm

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$336

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4:30 pm-11:40 am

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9:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$339

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Sat 12/7

9:00 am-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

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3:07 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

$343

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10:07 am-5:50 pm

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4:02 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

$346

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6:30 am-12:11 pm

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1 stop17h 27m

$349

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Tue 1/7

10:35 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

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12:14 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$399

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Wed 12/4

6:50 am-12:23 am

2 stops14h 33m

Cancun

Sat 12/21

8:15 am-10:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$403

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Sun 3/2

9:22 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop12h 08m

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Tue 3/4

2:55 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$406

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

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 7 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 Irvine to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Irvine to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 IR9 to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from IR9 to PL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (14 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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Irvine 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.
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7.9

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8.6

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8.2

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8.7

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8.4

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7.7

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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833 reviews
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833 reviews

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7.9

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8.6

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8.2

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8.7

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8.4

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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5,005 reviews
8.4
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833 reviews

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7.9

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8.6

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8.2

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8.7

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8.4

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7.7

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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8,755 reviews
8.4
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833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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7.7

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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9,464 reviews
8.4
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833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

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8.2

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8.7

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7.7

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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2,004 reviews
8.4
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833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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8.4

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7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Irvine to Playa del Carmen flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    $149 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Viva and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $155 and $158, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Playa del Carmen are Alaska Airlines (94%), Hawaiian Airlines (93%) and Qatar Airways (93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $874, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $137. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Cancun), is priced around $226.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Irvine to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 Irvine to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$160Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AeromexicoCheapest$165Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$201Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$228Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$261Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$267Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VivaCheapest$273Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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