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$121+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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PDX — CUN
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Portland to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or January, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$393
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$446
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/1910:20 pmPDX - CUN
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/263:49 pmCUN - PDX
1 stop11h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$393
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/225:37 pmPDX - CUN
1 stop10h 53mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/277:30 pmCUN - PDX
1 stop16h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:31 amPDX - CUN
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/97:50 amCUN - PDX
1 stop16h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$401
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/159:00 amPDX - CUN
2 stops21h 56mFrontier
Sat 2/2211:09 amCUN - PDX
2 stops16h 28mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$402
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:00 amPDX - CUN
1 stop9h 05mAeromexico
Thu 3/65:19 pmCUN - PDX
1 stop9h 39mAeromexico
Deal found 1/20$405
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/610:16 amPDX - CUN
2 stops19h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/1211:50 amCUN - PDX
2 stops24h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/174:20 pmPDX - CUN
2 stops14h 55mDelta
Thu 3/65:10 pmCUN - PDX
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 1/20$410
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.
Sat 5/102:24 pmPDX - CUN
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/151:04 pmCUN - PDX
1 stop14h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$417
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2411:18 pmPDX - CUN
1 stop18h 01mVolaris
Thu 3/278:00 amCUN - PDX
1 stop15h 15mVolaris
Deal found 1/21$527

Find flights from Portland to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 January 21, 2025.

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PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Wed 2/19

10:20 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Cancun

Wed 2/26

3:49 pm-12:37 am

1 stop11h 48m

$393

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Sat 2/22

5:37 pm-7:30 am

1 stop10h 53m

Cancun

Thu 2/27

7:30 pm-8:36 am

1 stop16h 06m

$395

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Wed 4/2

5:31 am-3:09 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Cancun

Wed 4/9

7:50 am-10:48 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$401

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Sat 2/15

9:00 am-9:56 am

2 stops21h 56m

Cancun

Sat 2/22

11:09 am-12:37 am

2 stops16h 28m

$402

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Cancun

Thu 3/6

5:19 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$405

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Thu 2/6

10:16 am-9:13 am

2 stops19h 57m

Cancun

Wed 2/12

11:50 am-9:21 am

2 stops24h 31m

$409

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Mon 2/17

4:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops14h 55m

Cancun

Thu 3/6

5:10 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$410

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Tue 2/11

5:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Cancun

Thu 2/20

4:49 pm-8:53 am

2 stops19h 04m

$474

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Mon 3/24

11:18 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop18h 01m

Cancun

Thu 3/27

8:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$527

PortlandCancún

PDX - CUN

PDXCUN

Portland

Sat 3/1

8:28 pm-9:56 am

2 stops10h 28m

$147

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

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

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 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 Portland to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 January 21, 2025.

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

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

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

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

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Aeromexico from Portland to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
3,931 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Portland 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 Portland to Playa del Carmen?

    Located just 6.0 mi from the city center, Portland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Playa del Carmen from Portland. Booking flights from Portland (PDX) to Playa del Carmen should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Playa del Carmen from 10 different airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $121. Spirit Airlines flights start at $159 while deals on Aeromexico start at $174 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $686, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $495. The most popular route (Portland - Cancun), is priced around $314.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$232Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$240Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$344Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$346Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$389Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$399Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$470Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SouthwestCheapest$525Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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