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Cheap Tickets to Playa del Carmen

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
IAH
Houston
CUN
Cancun
NZ$531 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$531
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Feb from Houston to Cancun, returning Fri, 13 Feb, priced at NZ$531 found 3 days ago
Aeromexico
Sat, 14 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
IAH
Houston
CUN
Cancun
NZ$542 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$542
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Sat, 14 Feb from Houston to Cancun, returning Tue, 24 Feb, priced at NZ$542 found 3 days ago
Delta
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
IAH
Houston
CUN
Cancun
NZ$544 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$544
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 11 Mar from Houston to Cancun, returning Wed, 1 Apr, priced at NZ$544 found 2 days ago
WestJet
Sat, 17 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
IAH
Houston
CUN
Cancun
NZ$1,392 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$1,392
Return
found 3 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Sat, 17 Oct from Houston to Cancun, returning Thu, 29 Oct, priced at NZ$1,392 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, 27 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
IAH
Houston
CUN
Cancun
NZ$1,472 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,472
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Houston to Cancun, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at NZ$1,472 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Playa del Carmen's airport?
Most travellers like to fly into Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) when visiting the lively city of Playa del Carmen.
What airport is best to fly into Playa del Carmen?
Travellers flying into Playa del Carmen can opt to hit the runway at two major airports. CUN is 48 kilometres away from the downtown streets. CZM is 19 kilometres away.
How many airlines fly to Playa del Carmen?
There are a total of 49 airlines connecting Playa del Carmen with 116 airports across the globe.
Which airlines fly to Playa del Carmen?
Playa del Carmen receives the largest number of flights from Aeromexico, VivaAerobus and Volaris with Aeromexico being the favourite choice of carrier. Mexico City is the most popular city for travellers to take off from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Playa del Carmen?
Arranging an awesome Playa del Carmen adventure is child's play when there are 1 848 direct flights every week to choose from.
Where are the most popular flights to Playa del Carmen departing from?
Flights to Playa del Carmen departing from Mexico City, Toronto and Houston airports are in high demand.
How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen Airport?
If you're flying to Playa del Carmen from Mexico City, you're looking at a flight duration of 2 hours and 18 minutes. Those jetting off from Toronto should expect to be airborne for around 4 hours and 19 minutes. From Houston it's around 2 hours and 19 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Playa del Carmen?
We've all come across those lucky travellers who somehow manage to nab incredibly cheap fares wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Playa del Carmen holiday? Don't wait until the very last minute to lock in your flight. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to nab a fantastic price by flying into one a little further out. Finally, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you find an irresistible price. It might not be available for too long! With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the perfect airfare can be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Playa del Carmen?
Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've prepared well enough. We've compiled a list of essential travel tips that will get your Playa del Carmen escape started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • A plane trip can be a cruisy experience if you pack the right things. Firstly, you'll want a few toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a clean set of clothes and a few magazines. Next, make room in your carry-on bag for your electronic devices, chargers, your medications and perhaps a neck pillow as well. Lastly, don't forget to bring your passport, travel papers and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Check carefully that you don't have a pocket knife lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your top priority when choosing what to wear during your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a sensible option, as are flat, slip-on shoes.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Playa del Carmen?
The answer is — be prepared. We've put together some useful tips for an easy trip through security. Look out Playa del Carmen, here you come:

  • Have your passport and boarding pass within close reach. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your coat, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
  • Your electronic devices like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. Don't worry, you'll be back online in no time.
  • Any gels or liquids, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • There's a good chance you'll be asked to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
  • Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed in the cabin.

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Travel information

Destination airport
Cancun Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CUN
Destination city name
Cancun
Return price
NZ$530

Trending flights to Playa del Carmen

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sun, 8 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
AKL
Auckland
CUN
Cancun
NZ$1,663 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,663
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 8 Feb from Auckland to Cancun, returning Wed, 25 Feb, priced at NZ$1,663 found 6 days ago

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