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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen from R24 621

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — CUN
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Playa del Carmen (PL9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 508

Round-trip from

R19 343
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Cape Town Intl to Playa del Carmen

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Playa del Carmen from Cape Town. Users have commonly found prices around R24 746 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R18 120. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen (CPT - PL9)?

When flying from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cape Town to Playa del Carmen 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Playa del Carmen in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Wed 20/1120:55CPT - CUN
2 stops30h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 24/1115:05CUN - CPT
2 stops34h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R24 621
Fri 18/1013:00CPT - CUN
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/1014:05CUN - CPT
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R25 380
Sun 11/821:30CPT - CUN
1 stop24h 48mDelta
Sat 17/815:10CUN - CPT
1 stop19h 40mDelta
Deal found 28/3R27 995
Wed 20/1123:55CPT - CUN
1 stop25h 25mSWISS
Sun 24/1118:05CUN - CPT
2 stops34h 00mSWISS
Deal found 27/3R28 526
Sun 11/818:40CPT - CUN
2 stops51h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 17/817:03CUN - CPT
2 stops58h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/3R28 545
Tue 19/110:30CPT - CUN
1 stop26h 20mAir France
Sun 24/1122:05CUN - CPT
1 stop41h 20mAir France
Deal found 27/3R29 095
Fri 18/1020:00CPT - CUN
1 stop26h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 28/1011:27CUN - CPT
1 stop20h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R29 587
Wed 20/1118:30CPT - CUN
1 stop28h 50mLufthansa
Sun 24/1118:05CUN - CPT
1 stop33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 27/3R30 080
Sun 11/820:00CPT - CUN
1 stop26h 51mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/813:12CUN - CPT
2 stops40h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R31 331

Find flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

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R27 995 - R31 331

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlCancun

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

1 stop24h 48m

Cancun

Sat 17/8

1 stop19h 40m

R27 995

Cape Town IntlCancun

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

2 stops51h 19m

Cancun

Sat 17/8

2 stops58h 57m

R28 545

Cape Town IntlCancun

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

1 stop26h 51m

Cancun

Sat 17/8

2 stops40h 28m

R31 331

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 28/3

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen is currently R0 while a return flight costs R29 290. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen (average of R1 020). Flying from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 512). 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.

January

R19 693

February

R19 333

March

R20 072

April

R21 968

May

R19 618

June

R20 489

July

R25 910

August

R28 659

September

R20 243

October

R22 480

November

R21 285

December

R24 621

Temperature and rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CUN

Temperature

24 - 30 °C

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 29 March 2024.
8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews
8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

7,4
Good
11 481 reviews
8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

7,3
Good
15 181 reviews
8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town 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.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen. You should not have trouble finding flights to Playa del Carmen from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Playa del Carmen. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen for under R28 000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen for under R28 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just R27 995, but on average you can expect to pay R29 284.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

  • What does CPT to CUN mean?

    Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT and Cancun Airport is CUN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to Playa del Carmen flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen

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KLMCheapestR17 539AverageR26 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 706AverageR22 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR20 205AverageR24 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR20 829AverageR23 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 891AverageR22 101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Playa del Carmen that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.

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