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Cheap flights from South Africa to Playa del Carmen from R11 060

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CUN
Mar 28 — Apr 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 26 February 2026.

Sat 5/915:50
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/912:35
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R16 732
Wed 8/423:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Wed 15/411:00
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Deal found 22/2R19 831
Thu 28/514:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops58h 10m
British Airways
Mon 1/611:00
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops37h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2R19 958
Mon 30/323:15
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Sun 12/416:45
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Delta
Deal found 24/2R21 579
Sun 2/820:05
CPT
-
CUN
1 stop20h 51m
Delta
Sat 15/811:00
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 25/2R21 944
Sun 2/820:00
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops49h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 15/817:22
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops40h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2R23 073
Mon 30/319:00
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops29h 10m
Air Canada
Sun 12/420:55
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops50h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/2R24 153
Sun 2/819:25
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops31h 39m
American Airlines
Fri 14/815:20
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/2R25 567
Wed 11/318:25
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops53h 25m
British Airways
Sun 15/316:20
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops36h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 23/2R25 917
Wed 8/422:50
JNB
-
CUN
3 stops42h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/413:45
CUN
-
JNB
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2R26 155
Thu 9/422:00
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop23h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 16/413:12
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2R26 696
Thu 17/1221:30
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops49h 00m
Delta
Sat 26/1217:35
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 40m
Delta
Deal found 23/2R27 363

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 831

One-way from

R11 060

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 862
Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/4-15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 39m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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4/4
  • 4/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 20m total
  • South Africa to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 806 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 310 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 26 February 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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

23:15-20:14

2 stops27h 59m

Cancun

Wed 15/4

11:00-19:40

1 stop25h 40m

R19 831

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

14:45-17:55

2 stops58h 10m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:00-7:00

2 stops37h 00m

R19 958

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-9:56

1 stop20h 51m

Cancun

Sat 15/8

11:00-17:50

1 stop23h 50m

R21 944

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:00-15:51

1 stop26h 51m

Cancun

Sat 15/8

8:45-15:20

2 stops23h 35m

R23 073

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:00-17:10

2 stops29h 10m

Cancun

Sun 12/4

20:55-6:40

2 stops50h 45m

R24 153

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:25-16:50

2 stops53h 25m

Cancun

Sun 15/3

16:20-12:10

2 stops36h 50m

R25 917

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

22:00-14:37

1 stop23h 37m

Cancun

Thu 16/4

13:12-18:30

1 stop22h 18m

R26 696

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

12:40-13:35

2 stops31h 55m

Cancun

Fri 17/4

15:55-8:50

2 stops33h 55m

R27 141

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

21:55-15:45

1 stop24h 50m

Cancun

Fri 17/4

12:30-19:40

2 stops24h 10m

R27 999

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

13:40-15:00

2 stops32h 20m

Cancun

Sat 14/3

1:15-14:00

3 stops29h 45m

R28 046

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Deals found on 25/2

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R14 333). Flying from South Africa to Playa del Carmen in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 005). 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 26 February 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
3 746 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
3 746 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
1 538 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
9 348 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
7 768 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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 R23 073, Delta can have you in Playa del Carmen from South Africa in 26h 51m. 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.

  • 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 R14 333). Flying from South Africa to Playa del Carmen in April is currently the most expensive (average of R19 005). 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 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR8 225AverageR25 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 783AverageR21 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR18 628AverageR23 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 546AverageR28 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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