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$151+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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LAX — CUN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 20, 2024.

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$153
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/301:55 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops21h 07mVolaris
Sat 12/78:50 amCUN - LAX
1 stop24h 42mVolaris
Deal found 11/19$335
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/112:45 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/177:29 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$336
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/62:20 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop17h 50mViva
Tue 12/107:05 amCUN - LAX
1 stop8h 45mViva
Deal found 11/19$338
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/172:45 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops17h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/2411:55 amCUN - LAX
1 stop11h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$341
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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
Wed 12/117:29 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$347
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/78:18 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/123:07 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/11:30 amLAX - CUN
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/63:25 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop10h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$357
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/79:00 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 45mLufthansa
Fri 12/1312:35 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop13h 42mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/169:30 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops11h 55mFrontier
Tue 12/242:22 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$368
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/410:20 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 40mAeromexico
Mon 12/95:54 amCUN - LAX
1 stop8h 28mAeromexico
Deal found 11/19$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/1211:56 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop12h 14mDelta
Tue 12/177:15 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/19$403

Find flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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LAX - CUN

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Los Angeles

Fri 1/17

1:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops16h 35m

Cancun

Wed 1/22

7:05 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$334

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sat 11/30

1:55 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Cancun

Sat 12/7

8:50 am-6:32 am

1 stop24h 42m

$335

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

2:20 pm-11:10 am

1 stop17h 50m

Cancun

Tue 12/10

7:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$338

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Tue 12/17

2:45 pm-11:18 am

2 stops17h 33m

Cancun

Tue 12/24

11:55 am-8:21 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$341

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sat 12/7

12:51 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 34m

Cancun

Thu 12/19

5:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$350

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

7:14 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Cancun

Thu 12/12

7:29 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$351

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

11:55 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Cancun

Mon 5/5

2:10 pm-9:15 am

1 stop21h 05m

$357

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

10:35 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Cancun

Tue 12/10

7:15 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$365

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Fri 2/28

10:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Mon 3/3

1:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$378

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sat 11/30

12:45 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Cancun

Thu 12/5

3:35 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$394

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen is 7 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen (average of $358). Flying from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 LAX to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 20, 2024.

When flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 20, 2024.

The most flights from LAX to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Viva, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 8 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 15 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 408 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $154. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

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

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

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen (average of $358). Flying from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$165Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$201Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$228Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$261Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$267Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VivaCheapest$273Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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