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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen from $1,061

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

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Best flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 January 2026.

Sun 8/314:50AKL - CUN
2 stops38h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/317:30CUN - AKL
2 stops44h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,187
Tue 7/406:45AKL - CUN
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 14/415:55CUN - AKL
2 stops33h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/12$2,407
Thu 30/413:25AKL - CUN
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/515:55CUN - AKL
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,501
Thu 30/413:50AKL - CUN
2 stops37h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/515:38CUN - AKL
2 stops46h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,188
Tue 17/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/12$2,201
Thu 19/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops42h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Fri 20/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Wed 18/218:20CHC - CUN
3 stops60h 10mEmirates
Sun 22/219:05CUN - CHC
3 stops48h 55mEmirates
Deal found 31/12$5,943
Mon 16/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Wed 18/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops42h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Fri 20/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Sun 15/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops42h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Sat 14/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Fri 20/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Mon 16/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Wed 18/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops42h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/407:58CUN - WLG
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Sun 15/306:00WLG - CUN
2 stops42h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/414:20CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/12$2,204
Tue 7/419:50AKL - CUN
2 stops36h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/417:01CUN - AKL
1 stop21h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/12$2,502
Wed 18/206:00CHC - CUN
2 stops28h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 22/217:50CUN - CHC
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/12$2,511

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,168

One-way from

$1,061

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,268
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 18/2-22/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 16m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 07m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

14:50-11:30

2 stops38h 40m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

17:30-08:10

2 stops44h 40m

$2,187

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/4

13:50-10:06

2 stops37h 16m

Cancun

Mon 4/5

15:38-07:10

2 stops46h 32m

$2,188

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Tue 17/3

06:00-15:46

2 stops27h 46m

Cancun

Mon 6/4

14:20-14:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,201

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Thu 19/3

06:00-06:29

2 stops42h 29m

Cancun

Mon 6/4

07:58-14:50

2 stops37h 52m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 20/3

06:00-15:46

2 stops27h 46m

Cancun

Mon 6/4

07:58-14:50

2 stops37h 52m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Mon 16/3

06:00-15:46

2 stops27h 46m

Cancun

Fri 3/4

14:20-15:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Wed 18/3

06:00-06:29

2 stops42h 29m

Cancun

Wed 8/4

07:58-14:50

2 stops37h 52m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 20/3

06:00-15:46

2 stops27h 46m

Cancun

Wed 8/4

07:58-14:50

2 stops37h 52m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Sun 15/3

06:00-06:29

2 stops42h 29m

Cancun

Fri 3/4

14:20-15:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,204

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Sat 14/3

06:00-15:46

2 stops27h 46m

Cancun

Fri 3/4

14:20-15:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,204

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/12

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,444). Flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,017). 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 1 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Delta, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen have to say. 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
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
960 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,131 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand 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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen in 38h 40m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 12102 km between New Zealand and Playa del Carmen. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen?

    While some choose either Auckland Intl - Cancun or Christchurch - Cancun, Wellington - Cancun is the most popular route from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,444). Flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,017). 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 New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 1 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,424Average$2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,746Average$2,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,058Average$2,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,141Average$2,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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