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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen from $962

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
15 May — 22 May1
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 15 April 2026.

Tue 11/806:00
CHC
-
CUN
3 stops45h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 15/812:10
CUN
-
CHC
2 stops43h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,982
Thu 27/816:25
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop34h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 30/812:10
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops41h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,035
Thu 7/513:50
AKL
-
CUN
2 stops46h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 11/514:49
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops47h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,159
Mon 7/1215:50
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop33h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 14/1215:07
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops39h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,162
Sat 9/516:25
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop35h 05m
British Airways
Sat 23/517:10
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 12/4$2,169
Sat 9/513:50
AKL
-
CUN
1 stop33h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 23/515:34
CUN
-
AKL
1 stop22h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,170
Wed 3/606:00
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops41h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 6/617:58
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops37h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/4$2,186
Sat 24/1015:55
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops56h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 4/1116:51
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops37h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,376
Tue 11/806:30
CHC
-
CUN
2 stops26h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 15/812:57
CUN
-
CHC
2 stops30h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,386
Thu 14/506:05
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops27h 54m
Qantas Airways
Thu 21/518:03
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops27h 42m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$2,391
Thu 14/506:05
WLG
-
CUN
2 stops27h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/517:10
CUN
-
WLG
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,396
Thu 28/515:15
AKL
-
CUN
3 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/610:34
CUN
-
AKL
2 stops33h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,415

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 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,982

One-way from

$962

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$3,139
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/8-15/8
  • 5 total stops
  • 88h 19m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($277 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($121 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 15 April 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

13:50-19:19

2 stops46h 29m

Cancun

Mon 11/5

14:49-07:10

2 stops47h 21m

$2,159

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

13:50-06:41

2 stops33h 51m

Cancun

Sat 23/5

14:49-07:10

2 stops23h 21m

$2,170
Fastest return journey

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

07:00-16:12

2 stops26h 12m

Cancun

Tue 23/6

12:57-07:10

1 stop25h 13m

$2,170

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Wed 3/6

06:00-06:48

2 stops41h 48m

Cancun

Sat 6/6

17:58-00:10

2 stops37h 12m

$2,186

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Tue 11/8

06:30-16:12

2 stops26h 42m

Cancun

Sat 15/8

12:57-12:25

2 stops30h 28m

$2,386

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Thu 14/5

06:05-16:59

2 stops27h 54m

Cancun

Thu 21/5

18:03-14:45

2 stops27h 42m

$2,391

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Thu 14/5

06:05-16:59

2 stops27h 54m

Cancun

Thu 21/5

17:10-14:45

2 stops28h 35m

$2,396

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

15:15-09:45

3 stops35h 30m

Cancun

Thu 4/6

10:34-12:45

2 stops33h 11m

$2,415

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Fri 28/8

16:55-16:12

2 stops40h 17m

Cancun

Mon 31/8

14:20-14:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,418

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

06:10-20:00

3 stops30h 50m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

13:50-15:05

3 stops32h 15m

$2,668

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Deals found on 12/4

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,400). Flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,186). 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 15 April 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
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,592 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 27h 54m. Fly via United Airlines or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. There are 12199 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 Christchurch - Cancun or Wellington - 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.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,400). Flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,186). 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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Alternative routes for New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

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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 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,394Average$1,981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,772Average$2,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,031Average$2,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,096Average$2,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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