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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen from R11 450

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 July 2026.

Wed 11/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 20m
British Airways
Fri 5/317:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 22/7R18 874
Sat 5/918:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 15/920:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 19/7R20 249
Sun 4/1022:00
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop22h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1017:22
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops42h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R21 360
Fri 18/922:00
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops44h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 1/108:45
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7R21 641
Wed 11/1120:40
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops45h 00m
Air Canada
Fri 5/321:30
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops53h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/7R22 238
Wed 11/1119:45
JNB
-
CUN
3 stops51h 55m
United Airlines
Fri 5/312:35
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7R22 636
Tue 4/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops53h 48m
British Airways
Tue 18/814:07
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops36h 18m
British Airways
Deal found 19/7R22 652

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 874

One-way from

R11 450

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 690
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/11-5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
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23/9
  • 23/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 769 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

17:22-18:30

2 stops42h 08m

R21 360
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:00-13:39

1 stop22h 39m

Cancun

Thu 1/10

8:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

R21 641

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

21:15-20:03

2 stops53h 48m

Cancun

Tue 18/8

14:07-9:25

2 stops36h 18m

R22 652

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:00-12:58

2 stops45h 58m

Cancun

Tue 18/8

13:12-18:30

1 stop22h 18m

R23 249
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

5:45-17:20

3 stops42h 35m

R12 196

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:05-22:50

2 stops39h 45m

R12 859
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

18:35-19:40

1 stop32h 05m

R14 102

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:35-19:40

1 stop32h 05m

R14 184

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

18:35-19:55

1 stop32h 20m

R17 880

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Deals found on 22/7

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen flights typically cost between R20 556 and R28 228 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R18 874 on British Airways (Nov 11–Mar 5).

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 24 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France,United Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 024 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 129 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Playa del Carmen will take you 22h 39m. There are 13435 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Playa del Carmen.

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Playa del Carmen?

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 734AverageR21 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 428AverageR25 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 862AverageR23 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 726AverageR27 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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