What is the cheapest month to fly to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Playa del Carmen is January . The most expensive month for flights is December . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.

Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 30 minutes).

Does Cancun have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Cancun?

Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0,0 km away from Cancun).

R17 933+ Cheap Flights to Playa del Carmen

Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025

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Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R21 709

American Airlines
17/2-21/2
4 total stops
78h 25m total
Johannesburg to Cancún

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Thu 6/1119:35JNB - CUN

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Deal found 9/10R21 297

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Deal found 7/10R21 349

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Deal found 7/10R21 949

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2 stops32h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/10R22 155

Wed 24/1221:55JNB - CUN

1 stop21h 35mDelta

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1 stop21h 04mDelta

Deal found 7/10R22 516

Mon 22/1219:35JNB - CUN

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Thu 1/112:40CUN - JNB

2 stops35h 55mAmerican Airlines

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Mon 22/1219:35JNB - CUN

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2 stops35h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/10R23 494

Tue 23/1219:40JNB - CUN

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1 stop21h 04mDelta

Deal found 7/10R23 511

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Wed 29/1019:20JNB - CUN

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1 stop32h 50mAir France

Deal found 9/10R21 297

Sun 8/313:45JNB - CUN

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Mon 23/313:05CUN - JNB

2 stops38h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/10R21 434

Sat 31/123:59JNB - CUN

2 stops28h 11mDelta

Wed 11/216:25CUN - JNB

2 stops36h 45mDelta

Deal found 9/10R22 121

Sat 31/122:00JNB - CUN

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1 stop21h 31mUnited Airlines

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Thu 6/1119:35JNB - CUN

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Wed 12/1115:22CUN - JNB

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Thu 1/114:56CUN - JNB

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Deal found 7/10R22 516

Wed 24/1222:00JNB - CUN

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Wed 31/1213:17CUN - JNB

2 stops35h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/10R21 349

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1 stop28h 00mDelta

Deal found 7/10R23 528

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Wed 31/1214:56CUN - JNB

2 stops34h 39mDelta

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1 stop21h 35mDelta

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1 stop28h 00mDelta

Deal found 7/10R24 420

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JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:35-10:35

2 stops46h 00m

Cancun

Sat 21/2

16:10-7:35

2 stops32h 25m

R17 933

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:35-17:57

2 stops29h 22m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

15:22-7:35

2 stops33h 13m

R18 139

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

19:20-20:20

2 stops32h 00m

Cancun

Wed 5/11

20:20-12:10

1 stop32h 50m

R21 297

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

22:00-14:46

2 stops47h 46m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

13:17-7:35

2 stops35h 18m

R21 349

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

13:45-16:50

2 stops34h 05m

Cancun

Mon 23/3

13:05-10:25

2 stops38h 20m

R21 434

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

23:59-21:10

2 stops28h 11m

Cancun

Wed 11/2

16:25-12:10

2 stops36h 45m

R22 121

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

21:55-11:05

2 stops44h 10m

Cancun

Thu 1/1

14:56-19:00

1 stop21h 04m

R22 516

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

22:00-17:50

2 stops26h 50m

Cancun

Wed 11/2

14:04-18:35

1 stop21h 31m

R22 721

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

23:59-21:47

2 stops28h 48m

Cancun

Thu 1/1

8:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R23 528

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

21:55-13:46

1 stop22h 51m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

14:56-8:35

2 stops34h 39m

R23 717

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When is the best time to book a flight to Playa del Carmen?

The best time to book flights to Playa del Carmen is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen takes 27 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Playa del Carmen from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen are British Airways, United Airlines and Air France.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen are British Airways, KLM and Air France.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France to Mexico by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 644 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 467 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 966 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 446 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 399 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.
Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 30 minutes).
Does Cancun have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Cancun?
Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0,0 km away from Cancun).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

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