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Cheap flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen from $846

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 30 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,393

One-way from

$846

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$2,312
Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/11-24/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 00m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 27m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Find flight deals from Auckland to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 August 2025.

Mon 17/1114:35AKL - CUN
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Mon 24/1108:00CUN - AKL
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 28/8$1,393
Thu 11/1214:35AKL - CUN
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Mon 29/1208:15CUN - AKL
1 stop30h 20mDelta
Deal found 29/8$1,444
Mon 15/1214:35AKL - CUN
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Sun 28/1208:15CUN - AKL
1 stop30h 20mDelta
Deal found 29/8$1,449
Mon 17/1115:50AKL - CUN
1 stop33h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 24/1117:50CUN - AKL
1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/8$2,137
Sat 6/913:50AKL - CUN
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 15/1013:04CUN - AKL
2 stops34h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/8$2,152
Fri 5/907:00AKL - CUN
2 stops26h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/1013:04CUN - AKL
2 stops34h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/8$2,161
Mon 1/913:50AKL - CUN
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/915:46CUN - AKL
2 stops46h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/8$2,229
Mon 8/913:50AKL - CUN
2 stops33h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/1013:04CUN - AKL
2 stops34h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/8$2,234

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 30 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Auckland

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/11

14:35-18:00

1 stop21h 25m

Cancun

Mon 24/11

08:00-08:35

2 stops30h 35m

$1,393

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/1

14:35-18:08

1 stop21h 33m

Cancun

Mon 16/3

10:10-07:35

2 stops27h 25m

$1,393

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/1

14:35-21:10

2 stops24h 35m

Cancun

Tue 10/3

12:40-07:35

2 stops24h 55m

$1,393

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/12

14:35-18:15

1 stop21h 40m

Cancun

Sun 28/12

08:15-08:35

1 stop30h 20m

$1,393

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

14:35-18:15

1 stop21h 40m

Cancun

Sun 28/12

08:15-08:35

1 stop30h 20m

$1,444

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

14:35-21:02

2 stops48h 27m

Cancun

Mon 29/12

08:15-08:35

1 stop30h 20m

$1,444

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

14:35-15:20

2 stops42h 45m

Cancun

Tue 30/12

08:15-08:35

1 stop30h 20m

$1,444

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/12

14:35-13:46

2 stops41h 11m

Cancun

Mon 29/12

17:10-08:35

2 stops45h 25m

$1,444

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

14:35-18:15

1 stop21h 40m

$846

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/11

14:35-18:00

1 stop21h 25m

$846

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Deals found on 29/8

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 30 August 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Auckland to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,942 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Playa del Carmen from Auckland. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Playa del Carmen should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Playa del Carmen from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen?

    A quick flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen can take about 21h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,393. The distance between Auckland and Playa del Carmen is about 12102 km.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Auckland to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 30 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,459Average$2,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,718Average$2,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,013Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,093Average$2,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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