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Cheap flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen from $1,350

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
22 May — 29 May1
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 17 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,017

One-way from

$1,350

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$2,331
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/9-15/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 69h 00m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 27m total
  • Auckland to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($191 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 May 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 17 May 2025.

Tue 2/913:25AKL - CUN
3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/914:10CUN - AKL
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,017
Mon 1/906:00AKL - CUN
2 stops31h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 24/914:10CUN - AKL
2 stops29h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$2,024
Mon 1/913:50AKL - CUN
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/914:24CUN - AKL
2 stops47h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,251
Wed 23/719:40AKL - CUN
1 stop19h 27mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/715:30CUN - AKL
1 stop21h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$2,309
Wed 24/1214:50AKL - CUN
2 stops24h 15mDelta
Wed 7/108:00CUN - AKL
2 stops30h 55mDelta
Deal found 15/5$2,348
Wed 24/1215:50AKL - CUN
2 stops38h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/111:30CUN - AKL
2 stops27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,404
Wed 24/1214:00AKL - CUN
1 stop35h 00mAir Canada
Fri 9/118:10CUN - AKL
1 stop22h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5$3,516
Mon 8/919:10AKL - CUN
2 stops36h 05mLATAM Airlines
Mon 15/901:20CUN - AKL
2 stops34h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/5$3,635
Mon 29/1214:40AKL - CUN
2 stops42h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 10/117:10CUN - AKL
2 stops64h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5$4,215

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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 17 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

13:25-09:30

3 stops37h 05m

Cancun

Mon 15/9

14:10-15:05

2 stops31h 55m

$2,017

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

06:00-20:05

2 stops31h 05m

Cancun

Wed 24/9

14:10-12:40

2 stops29h 30m

$2,024

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

13:50-16:12

1 stop19h 22m

Cancun

Wed 24/9

14:24-07:10

2 stops47h 46m

$2,251

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/7

19:40-22:07

1 stop19h 27m

Cancun

Wed 30/7

15:30-05:30

1 stop21h 00m

$2,309

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/9

19:10-14:15

2 stops36h 05m

Cancun

Mon 15/9

01:20-05:15

2 stops34h 55m

$3,635

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

19:40-22:07

1 stop19h 27m

$1,350

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

13:25-11:45

3 stops39h 20m

$1,434

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

06:45-17:05

2 stops27h 20m

$1,521

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

19:40-13:14

2 stops34h 34m

$1,589

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/5

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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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 9 May 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 17 May 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.

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 inches 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 17 May 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
838 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,730 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,350. Qantas Airways flights start at $1,521 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,589 one-way.

  • 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 17 May 2025.
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,462Average$2,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,720Average$2,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,983Average$2,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,183Average$2,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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