Playa del Carmen

$137+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CUN
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
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Round-trip from

$295
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$137
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$517
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From Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 22, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/102:55 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1412:38 pmCUN - LAX
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1810:30 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Thu 5/226:05 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/22$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/310:35 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop11h 41mFrontier
Wed 5/73:56 pmCUN - LAX
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/210:04 pmLAX - CUN
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/65:10 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$303
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1012:35 amLAX - CUN
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1710:33 amCUN - LAX
1 stop13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1911:56 pmLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/235:56 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$338
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Sun 5/118:16 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/147:58 amCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/22$354
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2311:04 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops10h 36mVolaris Costa Rica
Wed 5/2812:40 pmCUN - LAX
2 stops10h 54mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/22$361
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Thu 6/512:19 pmLAX - CUN
2 stops21h 29mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 6/912:38 pmCUN - LAX
2 stops11h 15mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/21$370
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Thu 6/1211:30 amLAX - CUN
1 stop8h 19mVolaris
Mon 6/167:58 amCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mVolaris
Deal found 4/22$413
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/208:29 amLAX - CUN
Nonstop4h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/34:25 pmCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$422
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Mon 5/1212:56 amLAX - CUN
1 stop7h 08mLufthansa
Sun 5/187:58 amCUN - LAX
Nonstop5h 04mLufthansa
Deal found 4/22$440

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
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Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

2:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 40m

Cancun

Wed 5/14

12:38 pm-11:00 am

2 stops24h 22m

$295

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

10:30 am-5:05 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Cancun

Thu 5/22

6:05 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

$298

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

10:35 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Cancun

Wed 5/7

3:56 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 34m

$299

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

10:04 pm-9:30 am

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Fri 6/6

5:10 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$303

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Tue 6/10

12:35 am-9:37 am

1 stop7h 02m

Cancun

Tue 6/17

10:33 am-10:24 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$319

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

11:56 pm-6:41 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Cancun

Fri 5/23

5:56 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$338

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

8:16 am-3:01 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Cancun

Wed 5/14

7:58 am-11:02 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$354

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Fri 5/23

11:04 pm-11:40 am

2 stops10h 36m

Cancun

Wed 5/28

12:40 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$361

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Fri 5/23

2:55 pm-2:33 am

2 stops33h 38m

Cancun

Tue 5/27

4:25 am-7:19 am

3 stops28h 54m

$410

Los AngelesCancún

LAX - CUN

LAXCUN

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

12:35 pm-11:48 am

2 stops21h 13m

Cancun

Sun 5/18

12:38 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$419

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

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

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 April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen is 61 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 $360). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 April 22, 2025.

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 March 30, 2025.

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. Wednesday evenings 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to PL9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 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 April 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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 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 6 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 14 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?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $137. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier 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 KLM (100%), Korean Air (100%) and Aeromexico (99%).

  • 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 $747, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $157. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Cancun), is priced around $182.

  • 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 $360). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$170Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$203Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$214Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$234Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$248Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$257Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$289Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$292Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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