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6 Oct — 13 Oct1
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Flights to Playa del Carmen in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Playa del Carmen

Fri 16/1014:15 -
3 stops35h 48m
Fri 23/1012:49 -
3 stops31h 46m
Deal found 1/9$1,690
Tue 17/1111:10 -
2 stops42h 18m
Fri 4/1216:35 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 3/9$2,127
Tue 17/1110:40 -
2 stops29h 52m
Fri 4/1208:02 -
2 stops32h 28m
Deal found 3/9$2,158

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Return from

$1,690

One-way from

$699

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,281
16/10-23/10
  • 16/10-23/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 67h 34m total
  • Sydney to Cancún
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20/10-31/12
  • 20/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 49m total
  • Sydney to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($198 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in September 2026
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SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/10

10:15-19:55

2 stops25h 40m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,134

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

10:15-17:05

1 stop22h 50m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,135

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

09:15-19:50

2 stops25h 35m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,236
Fastest return journey

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,302

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/10

21:35-15:28

3 stops57h 53m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,346

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

11:05-14:06

3 stops42h 01m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,775

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

10:40-00:32

2 stops29h 52m

Cancun

Fri 4/12

08:02-08:30

2 stops32h 28m

$2,158

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

18:50-10:03

2 stops31h 13m

Cancun

Sat 24/10

18:05-06:25

1 stop44h 20m

$2,263

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

14:05-21:14

1 stop23h 09m

Cancun

Fri 4/12

15:11-06:55

1 stop23h 44m

$2,680

SydneyCancún

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CUN Cancun

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:15-21:14

2 stops25h 59m

Cancun

Fri 4/12

14:34-11:05

3 stops28h 31m

$2,742

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

How long is the flight to Playa del Carmen?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen takes 22 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Playa del Carmen from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen are Qantas Airways, Delta and United Airlines.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,284
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,611
Delta
Delta
From $838
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $2,058

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen are Qantas Airways, Air Canada and Delta.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines to Mexico by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,090 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,173 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,041 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,592 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sept 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

FAQs about flying to Playa del Carmen

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Playa del Carmen if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Playa del Carmen on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Playa del Carmen?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Playa del Carmen.

  • How much is a return flight to Playa del Carmen?

    A return flight to Playa del Carmen will typically cost around $325, however they can be found for as little as $202.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Playa del Carmen depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Playa del Carmen, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Cancun have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cancun can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cancun?

    Yes. Cancun has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cancun Inn is the closest property to Cancun (0.0 km away from Cancun).

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