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Cheap flights from Australia to Playa del Carmen from $1,024

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CUN
10 Aug — 17 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Wed 4/1123:15
MEL
-
CUN
2 stops52h 48m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1112:03
CUN
-
MEL
1 stop24h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,798
Sun 9/813:15
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/811:10
CUN
-
SYD
3 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,802
Wed 29/711:35
BNE
-
CUN
3 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/812:49
CUN
-
BNE
3 stops30h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,866
Sat 22/817:50
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops33h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/810:40
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,893
Tue 17/1110:40
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Tue 9/308:38
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops30h 12m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$1,966
Sat 8/813:30
MEL
-
CUN
3 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/811:10
CUN
-
MEL
3 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,972
Mon 19/1010:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops42h 35m
Delta
Tue 27/1012:25
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops27h 05m
Delta
Deal found 9/7$1,991
Mon 5/1010:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops25h 35m
Delta
Tue 13/1016:15
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops47h 35m
Delta
Deal found 8/7$1,994
Tue 8/909:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops25h 35m
Delta
Mon 14/906:04
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops33h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$1,999
Mon 5/1010:10
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops39h 47m
American Airlines
Mon 12/1008:00
CUN
-
SYD
1 stop30h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,004
Tue 17/1110:40
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop23h 20m
Delta
Fri 4/1207:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops33h 30m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$2,015
Sat 15/809:40
BNE
-
CUN
2 stops41h 22m
Air New Zealand
Mon 24/817:22
CUN
-
BNE
2 stops26h 43m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$2,024

Find flight deals from Australia to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,798

One-way from

$1,024

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,813
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/11-7/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 77h 45m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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16/7
  • 16/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 18m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($391 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Wed 4/11

23:15-12:03

2 stops52h 48m

Cancun

Sat 7/11

12:03-05:00

1 stop24h 57m

$1,801

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

10:40-20:00

2 stops25h 20m

Cancun

Tue 9/3

08:38-06:50

2 stops30h 12m

$1,966

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Mon 14/9

08:05-06:50

2 stops31h 45m

$1,999

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

10:40-18:00

1 stop23h 20m

Cancun

Fri 4/12

07:00-08:30

2 stops33h 30m

$2,015

BrisbaneCancún

BNE - CUN

BNECUN

Brisbane

Sat 15/8

09:40-12:02

2 stops41h 22m

Cancun

Mon 24/8

17:22-11:05

2 stops26h 43m

$2,024
Fastest return journey

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Sun 16/8

18:05-06:50

1 stop21h 45m

$2,024

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

10:15-20:15

2 stops26h 00m

Cancun

Mon 12/10

15:20-07:50

2 stops48h 30m

$2,027

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Sun 30/8

18:05-06:50

1 stop21h 45m

$2,027

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:00-20:05

2 stops25h 05m

Cancun

Wed 26/8

08:05-07:50

2 stops32h 45m

$2,044

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Thu 3/9

08:05-06:50

2 stops31h 45m

$2,051

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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 11 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Australia to Playa del Carmen. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,060 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,978 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,805 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,328 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2023

MSP - PHX

Newer plane - adequate size seats - entertainment was great! Staff super friendly - made up for first terrible flight leg

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 Australia to Playa del Carmen?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to Playa del Carmen in 25h 20m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 14178 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Playa del Carmen, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cancun, Melbourne - Cancun or Brisbane - Cancun, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 5 airlines flying from Australia to Playa del Carmen

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,331Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,669Average$2,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,818Average$1,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,932Average$2,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,171Average$2,941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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