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$177+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SFO — CUN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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The best prices from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or February, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/812:22 amSFO - CUN
1 stop10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/204:45 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/99:01 amSFO - CUN
Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/166:30 amCUN - SFO
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/69:10 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop12h 58mFrontier
Thu 12/1210:08 amCUN - SFO
1 stop17h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$395
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/912:38 amSFO - CUN
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/121:18 pmCUN - SFO
2 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$396
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/46:20 amSFO - CUN
2 stops15h 03mAeromexico
Tue 12/109:15 amCUN - SFO
2 stops15h 39mAeromexico
Deal found 11/20$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/1212:38 amSFO - CUN
1 stop11h 37mDelta
Sat 12/218:15 amCUN - SFO
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/20$403
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:00 amSFO - CUN
1 stop9h 19mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/137:30 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop14h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$419
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:50 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop18h 21mSun Country Air
Mon 12/162:20 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop29h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$471
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:30 pmSFO - CUN
1 stop14h 30mJetBlue
Fri 1/102:52 pmCUN - SFO
1 stop12h 07mJetBlue
Deal found 11/20$502

Find flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

12:22 am-2:19 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Fri 12/20

4:45 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$393

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

9:01 am-5:20 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

Cancun

Mon 12/16

6:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$394

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

6:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Cancun

Sun 1/26

10:08 am-12:09 am

1 stop17h 01m

$395

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

12:38 am-12:34 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Cancun

Thu 12/12

1:18 pm-7:14 am

2 stops20h 56m

$396

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

6:00 am-9:03 pm

1 stop12h 03m

Cancun

Mon 12/9

12:10 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$398

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

7:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cancun

Sun 3/2

7:30 pm-7:25 am

1 stop14h 55m

$402

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

10:30 am-12:53 am

2 stops11h 23m

Cancun

Fri 1/17

6:00 am-4:53 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$405

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Cancun

Fri 1/10

1:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$481

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

5:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Cancun

Mon 2/3

8:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$504

San FranciscoCancún

SFO - CUN

SFOCUN

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

12:38 am-1:50 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen (average of $358). Flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 SFO to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 21, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen, such as Delta, United Airlines and Aeromexico. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen. You should not have trouble finding flights to Playa del Carmen from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Playa del Carmen. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen have been viewed 33 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $177. Users have also found prices from $178 and $179 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen consider choosing American Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (100%) or Hawaiian Airlines (100%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen? While on average our users pay $848, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $172. The most popular route (San Francisco - Cancun), is priced around $322.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen (average of $358). Flying from San Francisco to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 San Francisco to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$167Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VivaCheapest$259Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$283Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AviancaCheapest$285Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$294Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$332Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$340Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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