Playa del Carmen

$128+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SJC — CUN
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The best prices from San Jose to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$357
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$128
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$645
From San Jose to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
vie. 12/279:24 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops34h 26mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/299:45 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$525
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/176:35 amSJC - CUN
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
mar. 12/241:45 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$600
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mié. 12/257:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop11h 02mAeromexico
vie. 12/275:10 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop9h 49mAeromexico
Deal found 12/17$637
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
jue. 12/197:00 amSJC - CUN
1 stop11h 02mDelta
mar. 12/245:10 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/17$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
sáb. 12/2810:55 pmSJC - CUN
1 stop18h 23mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/316:30 amCUN - SJC
1 stop17h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$651
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/259:24 pmSJC - CUN
3 stops34h 26mSpirit Airlines
mié. 1/111:55 amCUN - SJC
2 stops11h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$669
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
jue. 12/197:18 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops12h 14mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/233:24 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$697

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San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

lun. 1/20

8:31 am-12:05 pm

2 stops24h 34m

Cancun

vie. 1/24

11:45 am-10:41 am

2 stops25h 56m

$357

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

lun. 1/20

7:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Cancun

vie. 1/24

12:25 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$373

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

vie. 1/10

9:41 am-6:33 pm

3 stops29h 52m

Cancun

vie. 1/17

11:08 am-2:40 pm

3 stops30h 32m

$376

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

lun. 1/13

10:32 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Cancun

lun. 1/20

6:30 am-9:02 am

1 stop29h 32m

$390

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

mar. 1/7

6:15 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Cancun

jue. 1/16

5:10 pm-7:50 am

2 stops17h 40m

$406

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

vie. 1/10

5:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cancun

vie. 1/17

11:25 am-10:06 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$407

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

jue. 2/20

6:00 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Cancun

lun. 2/24

6:59 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$490

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

vie. 1/31

3:54 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Cancun

vie. 2/7

5:55 pm-11:56 am

2 stops21h 01m

$507

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

mar. 3/4

8:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Cancun

lun. 3/10

10:55 am-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$533

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

dom. 2/9

9:34 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$128

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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen is 66 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 San Jose to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 SJC to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier from San Jose to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,848 reviews

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8.1

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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 Jose 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 Jose to Playa del Carmen?

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen. 9 airlines have flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Jose to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $128 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris from $130 and Alaska Airlines from $158 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 9 airlines flying from San Jose to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$244Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$260Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
VolarisCheapest$323Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$328Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$338Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$343Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$574Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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