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$89+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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PHL — CUN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or May, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

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Round-trip from

$192
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One-way from

$89
(Cheapflightsfares)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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Sat 3/297:05 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/112:50 pmCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
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Sun 3/306:30 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 20mFrontier
Tue 4/810:40 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 42mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$194
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Fri 3/217:05 amPHL - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/2811:14 amCUN - PHL
Nonstop3h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$203
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Sun 3/306:00 amPHL - CUN
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Wed 4/98:33 amCUN - PHL
2 stops15h 15mDelta
Deal found 2/20$300

Find flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

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Philadelphia

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Playa del Carmen

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PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sat 3/29

7:05 am-10:19 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Tue 4/1

12:50 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$192

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 3/30

6:30 am-9:50 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Tue 4/8

10:40 am-3:22 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$194

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 3/21

7:05 am-10:19 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Fri 3/28

11:14 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$203

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 3/30

10:29 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Cancun

Tue 4/8

8:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$300

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

7:05 am-10:19 am

Nonstop4h 14m

$89

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Wed 3/19

6:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$95

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Tue 3/25

5:17 pm-8:13 am

2 stops15h 56m

$119

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Sun 5/25

10:21 am-7:52 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$135

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Mon 4/21

6:31 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$175

PhiladelphiaCancún

PHL - CUN

PHLCUN

Philadelphia

Fri 3/7

10:30 am-2:57 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$176

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

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to PL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Philadelphia 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. 10 airlines have flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

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

    Flights from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 97 times in the past calendar month.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $89 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $95 and Delta from $135 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen on time: American Airlines (83%), British Airways (83%), Spirit Airlines (61%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $776 for a flight from Philadelphia to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Cancun) is currently priced at $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$168Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$285Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$302Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$439Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SouthwestCheapest$644Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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