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$519+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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SBA — CUN
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 December 18, 2024.

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$519
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$915
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/1012:58 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops25h 52mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/157:00 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops20h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$519
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/109:57 amSBA - CUN
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/153:10 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops21h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$552
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/277:15 amSBA - CUN
1 stop10h 50mDelta
Wed 3/54:00 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop10h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/18$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 1/95:00 amSBA - CUN
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/151:10 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop11h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$575
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.
Fri 1/106:45 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/159:15 pmCUN - SBA
3 stops29h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$727
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/274:52 pmSBA - CUN
3 stops41h 18mAvianca
Wed 3/52:10 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops36h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$1,346

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 December 18, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/10

12:58 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

7:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$519

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/10

9:57 am-3:42 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

3:10 pm-9:17 am

2 stops21h 07m

$552

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/27

7:15 am-9:05 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Wed 3/5

4:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$561

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/9

5:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

1:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$575

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/10

6:45 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

9:15 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops29h 44m

$727

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/27

4:52 pm-1:10 pm

3 stops41h 18m

Cancun

Wed 3/5

2:10 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,346

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara 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 December 18, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Avianca
7.0
Good
2,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day from 3 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Santa Barbara 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$426Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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