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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen from $1,158

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
2 Jul — 9 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 June 2026.

Mon 23/1106:00
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops43h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 11/113:35
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops40h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/5$2,188
Sun 7/606:00
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops41h 48m
United Airlines
Thu 11/612:57
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops29h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/5$2,404
Mon 7/906:45
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops30h 18m
Qantas Airways
Mon 14/915:55
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops29h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/5$2,661
Sun 23/819:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops33h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 25/811:14
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops26h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/5$2,668
Mon 7/919:50
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop33h 12m
Air New Zealand
Mon 14/917:22
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop19h 08m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 29/5$2,761
Tue 14/706:00
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/716:01
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops31h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5$2,801
Thu 16/720:00
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/720:32
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops39h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5$2,818
Mon 7/920:15
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops43h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/913:43
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop22h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5$2,846
Mon 23/1106:05
WLG
-
CUN
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/116:26
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops28h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5$2,984
Sun 7/615:55
WLG
-
CUN
3 stops58h 55m
Air Canada
Thu 11/621:05
CUN
-
WLG
3 stops58h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/5$6,923

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 2 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,188

One-way from

$1,158

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,171
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/11-11/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 83h 43m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 48m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 2 June 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Mon 23/11

06:00-07:13

2 stops43h 13m

Cancun

Mon 11/1

13:35-00:05

2 stops40h 30m

$2,188
Fastest return journey

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

06:45-20:03

2 stops30h 18m

Cancun

Mon 14/9

15:55-14:10

2 stops29h 15m

$2,661

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 23/8

19:50-16:12

1 stop37h 22m

Cancun

Tue 25/8

07:51-07:10

2 stops30h 19m

$2,670

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/7

06:00-20:10

2 stops31h 10m

Cancun

Tue 21/7

16:01-16:50

2 stops31h 49m

$2,801

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

20:15-22:44

2 stops43h 29m

Cancun

Mon 14/9

13:43-05:30

1 stop22h 47m

$2,846

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Mon 23/11

06:05-20:45

3 stops32h 40m

Cancun

Mon 11/1

16:26-14:50

2 stops28h 24m

$2,984

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/7

13:25-06:48

3 stops34h 23m

Cancun

Thu 23/7

13:50-14:05

3 stops31h 15m

$3,167
Cheapest one-way

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/7

07:00-06:48

2 stops40h 48m

$1,158

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/7

13:50-06:48

1 stop33h 58m

$1,164

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/7

13:50-12:58

2 stops40h 08m

$1,400

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/5

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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 2 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,778 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

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 30h 18m. Fly via United Airlines or Qantas Airways 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 Wellington - Cancun or Christchurch - Cancun, Auckland Intl - 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 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 2 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,380Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,755Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,931Average$2,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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