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$142+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CUN
ene. 26 — feb. 21
dom. 1/26
dom. 2/2
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The best prices from Newark to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 enero 21, 2025.

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$292
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One-way from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

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$433
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 2/39:00 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop15h 11mSpirit Airlines
jue. 2/61:16 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$292
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/2010:20 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/271:16 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$302
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/306:59 amEWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 11mJetBlue
vie. 4/1111:30 amCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/76:00 amEWR - CUN
1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/126:00 pmCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 3/128:08 amEWR - CUN
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/2512:08 pmCUN - EWR
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$368
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
vie. 3/218:05 amEWR - CUN
1 stop11h 35mAeromexico
lun. 3/244:40 pmCUN - EWR
1 stop7h 08mAeromexico
Deal found 1/21$387
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 2/2010:20 pmEWR - CUN
1 stop14h 05mFrontier
jue. 2/278:23 amCUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$390
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/116:00 amEWR - CUN
2 stops12h 35mDelta
mar. 2/186:04 amCUN - EWR
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/21$391

Find flights from Newark to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 enero 21, 2025.

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NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

lun. 2/3

9:00 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop15h 11m

Cancun

jue. 2/6

1:16 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$292

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

jue. 2/20

10:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cancun

jue. 2/27

1:16 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$302

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

dom. 3/30

6:59 am-10:10 am

Nonstop4h 11m

Cancun

jue. 4/3

11:30 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$349

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

vie. 3/7

6:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Cancun

mié. 3/12

6:00 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

$363

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

mié. 3/12

8:08 am-5:05 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Cancun

mar. 3/25

12:08 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$368

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

vie. 3/21

8:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Cancun

lun. 3/24

4:40 pm-12:48 am

1 stop7h 08m

$387

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

jue. 2/20

10:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cancun

jue. 2/27

8:23 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$390

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

mar. 2/11

8:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Cancun

mar. 2/25

6:04 am-7:11 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$391

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

dom. 2/23

9:11 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$142

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

sáb. 2/22

5:21 pm-9:56 am

1 stop16h 35m

$143

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Newark to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen is 67 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 enero 21, 2025.

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

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 enero 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with JetBlue, United Airlines and Frontier from New York to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    This flight path from Newark to Playa del Carmen was viewed by 55 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen are Spirit Airlines ($142), Frontier ($149), and JetBlue ($162).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen is $157. On average you can expect to pay $925. The most popular route, (Newark - Cancun), can usually be booked for $255.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Newark Airport 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 8 airlines flying from Newark to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$174Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$179Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$248Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$450Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$611Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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