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Cheap flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen from R12 066

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 389

One-way from

R12 066

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 586
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 29/7-5/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 85h 08m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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29/7
  • 29/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R35 873 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R8 231 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Find flight deals from South Africa to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2025.

Tue 29/720:00CPT - CUN
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/817:22CUN - CPT
2 stops62h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/6R21 389
Tue 1/723:15JNB - CUN
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Tue 8/78:00CUN - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 13/6R22 644
Mon 7/721:20JNB - CUN
1 stop21h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 15/716:12CUN - JNB
2 stops57h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/6R25 674
Tue 1/718:50JNB - CUN
2 stops34h 48mAir France
Tue 8/720:35CUN - JNB
1 stop29h 15mAir France
Deal found 14/6R26 678
Sun 27/70:30CPT - CUN
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/811:01CUN - CPT
3 stops41h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R31 680
Mon 13/1013:00CPT - CUN
2 stops32h 33mQatar Airways
Sat 18/1014:24CUN - CPT
2 stops37h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R34 316
Fri 22/819:35JNB - CUN
1 stop28h 25mSWISS
Sat 30/818:30CUN - JNB
1 stop31h 50mSWISS
Deal found 14/6R38 260
Mon 13/1023:00CPT - CUN
2 stops28h 09mDelta
Sat 18/1015:07CUN - CPT
1 stop19h 43mDelta
Deal found 14/6R39 640
Mon 7/718:45JNB - CUN
3 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 15/717:10CUN - JNB
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R58 519

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 15 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

20:00-11:10

1 stop22h 10m

Cancun

Tue 5/8

17:22-15:20

2 stops62h 58m

R21 389

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

23:15-20:20

2 stops28h 05m

Cancun

Tue 8/7

8:00-21:20

2 stops30h 20m

R22 644

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

21:20-11:54

1 stop21h 34m

Cancun

Tue 15/7

16:12-8:35

2 stops57h 23m

R25 674

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

18:50-22:38

2 stops34h 48m

Cancun

Tue 8/7

20:35-8:50

1 stop29h 15m

R26 678

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/7

0:30-10:55

3 stops41h 25m

Cancun

Mon 4/8

11:01-11:50

3 stops41h 49m

R31 680

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/10

13:00-14:33

2 stops32h 33m

Cancun

Sat 18/10

14:24-10:50

2 stops37h 26m

R34 316

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

19:35-17:00

1 stop28h 25m

Cancun

Sat 30/8

18:30-9:20

1 stop31h 50m

R38 260

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/10

23:00-20:09

2 stops28h 09m

Cancun

Sat 18/10

15:07-17:50

1 stop19h 43m

R39 640

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

18:45-10:55

3 stops47h 10m

Cancun

Tue 15/7

17:10-16:20

2 stops40h 10m

R58 519

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

15:30-11:35

3 stops51h 05m

R12 066

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Playa del Carmen (average of R1 034). Flying from South Africa to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 485). 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 ZA to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

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

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.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 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 15 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and Air France from South Africa to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 963 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 627 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 585 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R18 126. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Playa del Carmen for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Playa del Carmen?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Playa del Carmen, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cancun, East London - Cancun or Cape Town Intl - Cancun, as they are the most popular.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa 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 South Africa to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Playa del Carmen (average of R1 034). Flying from South Africa to Playa del Carmen in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 485). 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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British AirwaysCheapestR18 291AverageR21 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR19 382AverageR25 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR20 122AverageR32 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR20 475AverageR24 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR21 769AverageR27 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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