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Cheap flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen from R10 892

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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Jun 27 — Jul 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Playa del Carmen

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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 28 May 2026.

Wed 18/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 20m
British Airways
Fri 27/1111:36
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 49m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R18 481
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Tue 23/217:23
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 542
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Thu 25/218:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 672
Sun 7/619:25
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop29h 30m
British Airways
Sat 20/614:08
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 52m
British Airways
Deal found 28/5R20 820
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Mon 22/211:45
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R21 098
Thu 12/1119:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop31h 30m
Air Europa
Tue 24/1122:25
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 23/5R21 114
Mon 9/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 01m
American Airlines
Tue 24/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/5R21 278
Sat 7/1119:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop31h 30m
Air Europa
Tue 24/1122:25
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 23/5R21 605
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Sun 21/213:11
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R21 719
Fri 6/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops46h 01m
American Airlines
Tue 24/1117:21
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/5R21 866
Tue 18/815:05
CPT
-
CUN
3 stops57h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/218:45
CUN
-
CPT
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5R23 960
Sun 16/823:15
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Wed 24/215:10
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R25 661

Find 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 28 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 481

One-way from

R10 892

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 626
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/11-27/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 09m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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22/8
  • 22/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R23 454 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 181 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 28 May 2026.
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

19:25-17:55

1 stop29h 30m

Cancun

Sat 20/6

14:08-7:00

2 stops33h 52m

R20 820

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Tue 24/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 114

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Thu 26/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 605

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Sat 20/2

11:45-10:25

2 stops39h 40m

R22 455

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

23:15-20:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

8:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R23 191

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

21:55-12:30

1 stop21h 35m

Cancun

Tue 24/11

8:00-22:00

2 stops31h 00m

R23 207

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

19:25-17:55

1 stop29h 30m

Cancun

Thu 25/2

13:11-10:25

2 stops38h 14m

R23 812

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-17:55

2 stops36h 15m

Cancun

Fri 26/2

11:45-10:25

2 stops39h 40m

R24 189

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/8

23:15-20:05

2 stops27h 50m

Cancun

Mon 22/2

13:40-18:35

1 stop21h 55m

R25 661
Fastest return journey

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

23:15-20:05

2 stops27h 50m

Cancun

Sat 20/2

16:30-18:35

1 stop19h 05m

R25 661

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Deals found on 27/5

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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 28 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Air France, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
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Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Air France
7,4
Good
1 595 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 762 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 008 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

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.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Playa del Carmen?

    For as low as R25 661, British Airways can have you in Playa del Carmen from South Africa in 27h 50m. The distance from South Africa to Playa del Carmen is about 12670 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, Cape Town Intl - Cancun or East London - 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 338AverageR22 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 172AverageR24 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 604AverageR24 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 404AverageR28 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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