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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 25 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).

R12 507+ Flights to Playa del Carmen

Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2025

Return from	R19 628
One-way from	R12 507
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R27 136

British Airways
7/2-14/2
2 total stops
55h 45m total
Johannesburg to Cancún

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15/10
3 total stops
57h 54m total
Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 937 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 August 2025.

Wed 8/1021:55JNB - CUN

1 stop23h 25mDelta

Wed 15/108:00CUN - JNB

2 stops30h 20mDelta

Deal found 24/8R21 259

Thu 6/1113:45JNB - CUN

2 stops32h 04mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/1117:12CUN - JNB

2 stops34h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 26/8R21 295

Wed 8/1012:15JNB - CUN

2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1020:30CUN - JNB

1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R24 540

Wed 8/1019:25JNB - CUN

2 stops31h 35mAmerican Airlines

Wed 15/1015:05CUN - JNB

2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 24/8R25 996

Thu 9/1021:20JNB - CUN

1 stop23h 31mUnited Airlines

Thu 16/1014:24CUN - JNB

2 stops44h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R27 416

Tue 26/818:50JNB - CUN

2 stops32h 30mAir France

Tue 9/914:00CUN - JNB

2 stops35h 50mAir France

Deal found 24/8R28 311

Best flights to Playa del Carmen
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

Sat 7/222:00JNB - CUN

1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways

Sat 14/218:40CUN - JNB

1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 24/8R19 628

Sat 7/221:55JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 55mDelta

Sat 14/212:05CUN - JNB

2 stops23h 55mDelta

Deal found 24/8R20 277

Sat 7/213:45JNB - CUN

2 stops31h 55mAmerican Airlines

Sat 14/218:10CUN - JNB

2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 24/8R20 698

Sat 7/222:00JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines

Sat 14/214:04CUN - JNB

1 stop21h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 23/8R21 558

Wed 8/1012:15JNB - CUN

2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1020:30CUN - JNB

1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R24 540

Wed 8/1021:55JNB - CUN

1 stop23h 25mDelta

Wed 15/108:00CUN - JNB

2 stops30h 20mDelta

Deal found 24/8R21 259

Thu 6/1113:45JNB - CUN

2 stops32h 04mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/1117:20CUN - JNB

2 stops34h 05mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 24/8R21 295

Tue 17/222:00JNB - CUN

2 stops43h 35mAmerican Airlines

Sat 21/215:55CUN - JNB

2 stops56h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 25/8R23 259

Last-minute flights to Playa del Carmen
Discover last-minute flight deals to Playa del Carmen. Data last updated 26 August 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 26/818:50JNB - CUN

2 stops32h 30mAir France

Tue 9/914:00CUN - JNB

2 stops35h 50mAir France

Deal found 24/8R28 311

Tue 26/817:50JNB - CUN

1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/920:30CUN - JNB

2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R37 309

One-way flights to Playa del Carmen
Search for one-way flight options to Playa del Carmen. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

Wed 15/109:50JNB - CUN

3 stops57h 54mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R12 507

Wed 8/1013:55JNB - CUN

2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 23/8R15 243

Wed 8/1021:55JNB - CUN

1 stop29h 25mDelta

Deal found 24/8R19 014

Fri 10/1023:30JNB - CUN

2 stops66h 55mDelta

Deal found 25/8R20 014

Wed 15/1018:50JNB - CUN

1 stop30h 35mAir France

Deal found 24/8R21 821

Fri 10/1021:20JNB - CUN

1 stop21h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R26 083

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Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-16:50

1 stop25h 50m

Cancun

Sat 14/2

18:40-7:35

1 stop29h 55m

R19 628

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

21:55-13:50

1 stop22h 55m

Cancun

Sat 14/2

12:05-19:00

2 stops23h 55m

R20 277

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

13:45-14:40

2 stops31h 55m

Cancun

Sat 14/2

18:10-10:25

2 stops33h 15m

R20 698

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

21:55-14:20

1 stop23h 25m

Cancun

Wed 15/10

8:00-21:20

2 stops30h 20m

R21 259

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

13:45-14:49

2 stops32h 04m

Cancun

Wed 12/11

17:20-10:25

2 stops34h 05m

R21 295

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-13:57

1 stop22h 57m

Cancun

Sat 14/2

14:04-18:35

1 stop21h 31m

R21 558

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-10:35

2 stops43h 35m

Cancun

Sat 21/2

15:55-7:35

2 stops56h 40m

R23 259

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

12:15-20:45

2 stops39h 30m

Cancun

Wed 15/10

20:30-8:45

1 stop29h 15m

R24 540

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

9:50-12:44

3 stops57h 54m

R12 507

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

13:55-18:30

2 stops35h 35m

R15 243

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Playa del Carmen

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 23 hours 25 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

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 608 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 469 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 943 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 309 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 25 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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Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

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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.

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

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

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

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