Playa del Carmen

$170+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CUN
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or March, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$387
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$170
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$648
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From Salinas to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Salinas to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 5/179:59 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop32h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/243:24 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$387
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 5/310:10 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 40mJetBlue
Wed 5/71:08 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop12h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 4/10$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/1512:09 amSFO - CUN
1 stop30h 46mFrontier
Sat 5/243:24 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$408
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2812:05 amSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 05mAvianca
Tue 8/52:15 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 30mAvianca
Deal found 4/10$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 7/288:00 amSFO - CUN
2 stops29h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/54:25 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops21h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$463
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:00 amSFO - CUN
1 stop7h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/94:25 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop17h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/11$536

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Salinas

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

9:59 pm-8:16 am

1 stop32h 17m

Cancun

Sat 5/24

3:24 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 45m

$387

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

10:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop11h 40m

Cancun

Wed 5/7

1:08 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 51m

$399

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

12:09 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 46m

Cancun

Sat 5/24

3:24 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 45m

$408

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

12:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Cancun

Tue 5/27

2:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$431

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

1:21 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops24h 58m

Cancun

Tue 5/13

5:29 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$511

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Mon 6/9

4:25 pm-7:31 am

1 stop17h 06m

$536

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

6:35 am-12:35 am

2 stops16h 00m

$170

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

12:11 am-10:44 am

1 stop8h 33m

$187

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

4:39 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops20h 22m

$188

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$207

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas 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 Salinas to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 11, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on September 22, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 Salinas to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 11, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Aeromexico from Salinas to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    $187 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Avianca, with prices starting from $201 and $218, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Playa del Carmen are Hawaiian Airlines (82%), American Airlines (81%) and Alaska Airlines (81%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $925 for a flight from Salinas to Playa del Carmen. The cheapest flight overall is $269 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Cancun) is currently priced at $358.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$149Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$194Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$211Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$266Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$269Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
VolarisCheapest$313Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$333Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$336Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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