How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Departing from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen will take you 22h 55m. The distance between Johannesburg and Playa del Carmen is about 13435 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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).

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

Before booking your flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen, check out the most popular airlines for this route: British Airways, United Airlines or Air France.

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

R20 710+ Flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen flights typically cost between R23 096 and R34 517 in March. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R20 710 on United Airlines (Mar 7-Mar 14).

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 December 2025.

Sat 27/1222:00JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/18:39CUN - JNB

2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 5/12R31 167

Wed 10/1219:20JNB - CUN

2 stops33h 00mAir France

Wed 17/1220:20CUN - JNB

1 stop32h 50mAir France

Deal found 7/12R31 522

Wed 10/1219:20JNB - CUN

2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 17/1220:20CUN - JNB

2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/12R36 462

Sat 27/1221:55JNB - CUN

1 stop21h 35mDelta

Sat 3/18:00CUN - JNB

1 stop28h 00mDelta

Deal found 5/12R44 973

Sat 27/1217:30JNB - CUN

3 stops48h 31mMultiple Airlines

Sat 3/116:26CUN - JNB

2 stops39h 34mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/12R87 595

Best flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

Sat 7/322:00JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 55mUnited Airlines

Sat 14/313:04CUN - JNB

1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 5/12R20 710

Thu 22/113:45JNB - CUN

2 stops34h 05mBritish Airways

Mon 26/113:23CUN - JNB

2 stops38h 02mBritish Airways

Deal found 5/12R21 133

Sat 7/321:55JNB - CUN

1 stop29h 04mDelta

Sat 14/311:05CUN - JNB

2 stops24h 55mDelta

Deal found 5/12R21 945

Sat 7/319:35JNB - CUN

2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines

Sat 14/315:35CUN - JNB

2 stops33h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 5/12R23 671

Wed 21/110:25JNB - CUN

2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines

Wed 28/118:30CUN - JNB

2 stops41h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/12R22 791

Sat 27/1222:00JNB - CUN

2 stops29h 44mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/16:30CUN - JNB

2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 5/12R31 167

Thu 22/122:00JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines

Mon 26/114:04CUN - JNB

1 stop21h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/12R35 583

Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen. Data last updated 7 December 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 10/1219:20JNB - CUN

2 stops33h 00mAir France

Wed 17/1220:20CUN - JNB

1 stop32h 50mAir France

Deal found 7/12R31 522

Wed 10/1219:20JNB - CUN

2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 17/1220:20CUN - JNB

2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/12R36 462

Sat 27/1222:00JNB - CUN

2 stops29h 44mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/16:30CUN - JNB

2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 5/12R31 167

Wed 21/110:25JNB - CUN

2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines

Wed 28/118:30CUN - JNB

2 stops41h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/12R22 791

Thu 22/113:45JNB - CUN

2 stops34h 05mBritish Airways

Mon 26/113:23CUN - JNB

2 stops38h 02mBritish Airways

Deal found 5/12R21 133

Thu 22/122:00JNB - CUN

1 stop22h 57mUnited Airlines

Mon 26/18:39CUN - JNB

2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/12R35 583

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

Round-trip from	R20 710
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R27 461

United Airlines
7/3-14/3
2 total stops
45h 26m total
Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

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JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

22:00-13:55

1 stop22h 55m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

13:04-18:35

1 stop22h 31m

R20 710

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-16:50

2 stops34h 05m

Cancun

Mon 26/1

13:23-10:25

2 stops38h 02m

R21 133

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

21:55-19:59

1 stop29h 04m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

11:05-19:00

2 stops24h 55m

R21 945

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

10:25-12:25

2 stops33h 00m

Cancun

Wed 28/1

18:30-18:35

2 stops41h 05m

R22 791

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

19:35-19:45

2 stops31h 10m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

15:35-7:35

2 stops33h 00m

R23 671

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

22:00-20:44

2 stops29h 44m

Cancun

Sat 3/1

6:30-18:35

2 stops29h 05m

R31 167

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:00-13:57

1 stop22h 57m

Cancun

Mon 26/1

14:04-18:35

1 stop21h 31m

R35 583

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen (average of R9 644). Flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 016). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to PL9?

When flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Air France, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Lisa,Oct 2024

MIA - DOH

Boarding a bit chaotic and seats were snug but crew were wonderful

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Lisa,Oct 2024

MIA - DOH

Boarding a bit chaotic and seats were snug but crew were wonderful

Air France

7,4

Good

1 502 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Lisa,Oct 2024

MIA - DOH

Boarding a bit chaotic and seats were snug but crew were wonderful

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 071 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Lisa,Oct 2024

MIA - DOH

Boarding a bit chaotic and seats were snug but crew were wonderful

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 563 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Lisa,Oct 2024

MIA - DOH

Boarding a bit chaotic and seats were snug but crew were wonderful

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?
Departing from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen will take you 22h 55m. The distance between Johannesburg and Playa del Carmen is about 13435 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen (average of R9 644). Flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 016). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	CheapestR17 846	AverageR20 416	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR19 766	AverageR22 329	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	CheapestR20 194	AverageR31 221	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR24 007	AverageR30 244	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

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How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen?

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

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