Playa del Carmen

$97+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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WAS — CUN
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$97
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$580
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Playa del Carmen
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:25 pmBWI - CUN
1 stop16h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/253:43 pmCUN - BWI
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/316:37 pmBWI - CUN
2 stops16h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/112:22 pmCUN - BWI
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$400
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:59 amDCA - CUN
1 stop14h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/2510:08 amCUN - DCA
1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$446
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:00 amDCA - CUN
1 stop8h 05mJetBlue
Thu 1/92:52 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop7h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 12/22$516
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:24 amIAD - CUN
2 stops9h 58mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 1/2212:23 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops22h 46mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 12/21$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:00 amIAD - CUN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Wed 1/225:30 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/21$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:20 amDCA - CUN
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Wed 1/225:30 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/21$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/318:30 amIAD - CUN
Nonstop3h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/2512:28 pmCUN - IAD
Nonstop3h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$544
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:58 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/112:23 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$546
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:59 amDCA - CUN
1 stop14h 41mAir Canada
Wed 1/88:00 amCUN - DCA
1 stop7h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$552
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/308:15 amDCA - CUN
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1111:30 amCUN - DCA
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$559
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/304:42 pmIAD - CUN
2 stops15h 56mFrontier
Mon 1/69:58 amCUN - IAD
1 stop25h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$614

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.

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BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/26

8:54 pm-9:13 am

1 stop12h 19m

Cancun

Thu 2/6

10:09 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$274

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/25

6:35 pm-9:01 am

1 stop14h 26m

Cancun

Fri 2/7

10:09 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$292

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/2

7:31 pm-9:09 am

1 stop13h 38m

Cancun

Tue 3/4

10:07 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$330

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/20

1:24 am-11:22 am

2 stops9h 58m

Cancun

Sun 2/23

12:23 pm-11:09 am

2 stops22h 46m

$331

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/22

6:03 pm-10:55 am

1 stop16h 52m

Cancun

Sat 3/1

10:15 am-5:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$341

BaltimoreCancún

BWI - CUN

BWICUN

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Cancun

Fri 3/7

11:51 am-8:17 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$356

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/5

7:59 am-4:05 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Cancun

Thu 4/10

12:05 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$363

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/11

6:00 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop19h 16m

Cancun

Sat 1/25

10:08 am-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$374

Washington, D.C.Cancún

DCA - CUN

DCACUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/10

6:00 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop19h 16m

Cancun

Wed 1/15

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$385

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/4

3:34 pm-12:58 am

1 stop9h 24m

Cancun

Tue 2/11

6:04 am-1:57 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$406

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 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 Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen, such as Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines and Frontier. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.5
Good
1,915 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $97. Users have also found prices from $122 and $127 on Volaris El Salvador and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen is generally $932, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $189. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay $301 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Playa del Carmen?

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$140Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$257Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$263Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$294Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$337Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$455Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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