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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen from R18 856

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Feb 4 — Feb 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 January 2026.

Tue 26/521:15JNB - CUN
2 stops29h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/612:29CUN - JNB
2 stops35h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/1R18 856
Tue 17/219:35JNB - CUN
2 stops32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 24/215:15CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/1R19 268
Tue 25/819:25JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 1/914:45CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1R19 284
Tue 17/221:55JNB - CUN
1 stop30h 16mDelta
Tue 24/28:00CUN - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/1R19 581
Tue 17/219:20JNB - CUN
1 stop29h 25mAir France
Tue 24/219:47CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 23mAir France
Deal found 3/1R20 174
Tue 25/815:05JNB - CUN
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/97:51CUN - JNB
2 stops27h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1R22 317
Fri 17/421:55JNB - CUN
1 stop23h 04mDelta
Thu 30/410:55CUN - JNB
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/1R23 685
Fri 17/422:00JNB - CUN
1 stop23h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/417:22CUN - JNB
2 stops42h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1R23 899
Fri 17/48:45JNB - CUN
2 stops67h 45mAir Canada
Thu 30/417:15CUN - JNB
2 stops56h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 3/1R25 547
Tue 25/89:25JNB - CUN
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/920:40CUN - JNB
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1R27 674
Tue 26/522:00JNB - CUN
1 stop22h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/611:14CUN - JNB
2 stops38h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1R27 954

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 5 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 856

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R26 075
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/5-2/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 092 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:15-20:04

2 stops29h 49m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

12:29-7:00

2 stops35h 31m

R18 856

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:35-20:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

15:15-7:35

2 stops33h 20m

R19 268

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

21:55-21:11

1 stop30h 16m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

8:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R19 581

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

19:47-12:10

2 stops33h 23m

R20 174

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-13:59

1 stop23h 04m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

10:55-19:40

1 stop25h 45m

R23 685

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

22:00-14:37

1 stop23h 37m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

17:22-18:30

2 stops42h 08m

R23 899

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

11:14-8:35

2 stops38h 21m

R27 954

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:55-12:45

1 stop21h 50m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

8:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

R29 190

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

11:55-14:35

2 stops33h 40m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

14:20-8:50

2 stops35h 30m

R31 448

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

20:40-10:37

2 stops68h 57m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

11:40-3:55

3 stops33h 15m

R33 937

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen

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

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 2 January 2026.

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 395). Flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 416). 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.

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 5 January 2026.
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
3 698 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
Air France
7,4
Good
1 518 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 136 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 650 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Sabban,Sept 2024

BOS - DOH

Boston to Doha flight was great. After my first flight before I got into my second flight Doha to Dhaka they took my carry out bag and put in the plane as a luggage. All my valuable was in my carry on bag. It did not seem good to me because I was worried about my valuable in luggage. Finally, I reached my destination and got my luggage safely nothing missing. My urge to Qater Airlines to change this type of unsuspecting situation. Thank you

Related info for your journey

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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 29h 25m. 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 395). Flying from Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 416). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 392AverageR20 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 122AverageR22 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 398AverageR30 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 386AverageR29 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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