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$834+ Cheap flights to Playa del Carmen

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CUN
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 March 2026.

Mon 20/413:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop20h 51m
Delta
Sat 2/512:40
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops25h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/3$1,864
Wed 13/520:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/517:10
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,874
Mon 20/413:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop20h 51m
Delta
Tue 28/412:40
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops25h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$1,879
Mon 20/413:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop20h 51m
Delta
Wed 29/415:15
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops46h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$1,928
Mon 20/413:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops37h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 29/407:58
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops40h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,938
Mon 20/413:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop20h 51m
Delta
Fri 1/515:15
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops46h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$1,958
Sun 19/416:05
AKL
-
CUN
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/422:55
CUN
-
AKL
3 stops44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,041
Sun 26/420:15
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop35h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/417:51
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop43h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$2,058
Sun 8/313:20
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop21h 37m
American Airlines
Thu 12/315:25
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop22h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/3$2,085
Wed 13/506:00
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops28h 00m
American Airlines
Sun 17/511:00
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops34h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$2,097
Mon 20/423:30
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/417:30
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$2,104

Find flight deals to Playa del Carmen

Find the latest flights to Playa del Carmen in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Return from

$1,864

One-way from

$834

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,073
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/4-2/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 01m total
  • Auckland to Cancún
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18/4
  • 18/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 28m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Return

Price

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AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-10:06

2 stops37h 16m

Cancun

Wed 29/4

07:58-17:45

2 stops40h 47m

$1,938

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

13:50-19:19

2 stops22h 29m

Cancun

Tue 28/4

07:51-07:10

2 stops30h 19m

$2,168

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

19:50-14:18

2 stops35h 28m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

17:22-05:30

1 stop19h 08m

$2,175

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/3

14:50-10:30

2 stops37h 40m

Cancun

Wed 18/3

14:07-08:10

2 stops24h 03m

$2,180
Fastest return journey

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

19:50-06:48

1 stop27h 58m

Cancun

Fri 1/5

12:57-06:00

1 stop24h 03m

$2,197

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

06:00-16:59

2 stops27h 59m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

17:59-14:05

2 stops27h 06m

$2,270

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/4

08:20-16:59

2 stops25h 39m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

17:59-14:05

2 stops27h 06m

$2,454

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

19:50-06:48

1 stop27h 58m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

12:57-07:10

1 stop25h 13m

$2,645

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

13:25-06:48

3 stops34h 23m

Cancun

Tue 14/4

15:01-14:05

3 stops30h 04m

$2,752

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

19:50-06:41

2 stops27h 51m

Cancun

Mon 27/4

14:20-16:55

2 stops33h 35m

$2,975

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

How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen takes 35 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Playa del Carmen from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Playa del Carmen are United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Delta.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $2,024
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,716
Delta
Delta
From $1,389
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $2,088

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Playa del Carmen are Delta, Qantas Airways and United Airlines.

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 29.0 - 282.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

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 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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 6 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Delta, andQantas Airways to Mexico. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,251 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,397 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 3 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0.0 km away from Cancun).

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