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Cheap flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen from $838

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
6 Mar — 13 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Playa del Carmen

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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 4 February 2026.

Wed 6/508:20
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/515:01
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops31h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$2,042
Mon 7/1206:00
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops29h 51m
Qantas Airways
Mon 14/1216:27
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops27h 38m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/2$2,049
Tue 7/406:00
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/415:01
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$2,052
Thu 19/314:50
AKL
-
CUN
3 stops42h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/314:20
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,053
Sat 21/206:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops26h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 25/214:15
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop24h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/2$2,090
Sun 8/1113:20
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop20h 02m
Qantas Airways
Fri 13/1116:23
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops36h 37m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/2$2,097
Fri 14/808:20
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops28h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/916:10
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops28h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/2$2,106
Sun 8/314:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops33h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 12/312:35
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop25h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,151

Find 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 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,042

One-way from

$838

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,002
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/5-20/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 44m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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9/2
  • 9/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 4 February 2026.
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Return

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AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

08:20-17:00

2 stops25h 40m

Cancun

Wed 20/5

15:01-15:05

2 stops31h 04m

$2,042

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

14:50-15:28

3 stops42h 38m

Cancun

Thu 26/3

14:20-16:00

2 stops31h 40m

$2,053

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/2

06:50-15:25

2 stops26h 35m

Cancun

Wed 25/2

14:15-09:10

1 stop24h 55m

$2,090

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

14:50-06:29

2 stops33h 39m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

05:30-08:10

2 stops32h 40m

$2,151

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/4

13:50-11:45

2 stops38h 55m

Cancun

Mon 4/5

15:24-07:10

2 stops46h 46m

$2,153

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

12:20-16:57

1 stop22h 37m

Cancun

Thu 26/3

16:09-14:05

2 stops27h 56m

$2,188

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/2

20:10-14:00

2 stops35h 50m

$947

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/2

20:10-15:28

2 stops37h 18m

$974

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/3

15:50-20:45

2 stops22h 55m

$977

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

06:00-17:05

2 stops28h 05m

$1,022

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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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,368). Flying from Auckland to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,886). 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.

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 4 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Delta, andQantas Airways 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
578 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Delta
7.9
Good
8,141 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
986 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,235 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 26h 35m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,090. The distance between Auckland and Playa del Carmen is about 12102 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,368). Flying from Auckland to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,886). 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 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 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,360Average$1,933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,668Average$2,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,965Average$2,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,045Average$2,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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