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Cheap flights from Australia to Playa del Carmen from $893

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CUN
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
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 13 May 2026.

Thu 4/613:15
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops35h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/612:49
CUN
-
SYD
3 stops42h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,643
Thu 4/613:15
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops35h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/610:40
CUN
-
SYD
3 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,697
Fri 5/611:35
BNE
-
CUN
3 stops37h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/610:40
CUN
-
BNE
3 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,712
Fri 5/617:50
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops31h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/610:40
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,923
Sun 14/609:10
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/610:40
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$2,022
Sun 5/713:15
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/710:40
CUN
-
SYD
3 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,061
Wed 17/609:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops26h 10m
Delta
Wed 24/608:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Deal found 11/5$2,064
Fri 5/609:45
MEL
-
CUN
2 stops39h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/610:40
CUN
-
MEL
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$2,076
Thu 4/617:50
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops31h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/608:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,083
Mon 12/1014:30
MEL
-
CUN
3 stops26h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1007:06
CUN
-
MEL
3 stops38h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$2,091
Sun 24/517:50
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops31h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/512:43
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$2,097
Tue 17/1110:40
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop23h 20m
Delta
Fri 4/1208:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops32h 30m
Delta
Deal found 9/5$2,109

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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,643

One-way from

$893

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,894
4/6-25/6
  • 4/6-25/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 78h 09m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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1/11
  • 1/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 16m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($312 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($89 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 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 13 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

17:50-10:27

2 stops31h 37m

Cancun

Wed 24/6

08:00-07:30

2 stops32h 30m

$2,083

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

09:15-16:55

1 stop22h 40m

Cancun

Wed 24/6

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$2,116

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

09:15-16:55

1 stop22h 40m

Cancun

Thu 25/6

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$2,169

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

09:15-16:55

1 stop22h 40m

Cancun

Thu 18/6

10:55-06:50

2 stops28h 55m

$2,169

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

10:15-20:15

2 stops26h 00m

Cancun

Wed 14/10

12:25-07:50

2 stops27h 25m

$2,170

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

09:15-17:00

1 stop22h 45m

Cancun

Mon 31/8

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$2,171

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

09:15-20:25

2 stops26h 10m

Cancun

Mon 22/6

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$2,194

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-20:15

2 stops25h 15m

Cancun

Wed 21/10

08:35-08:50

2 stops32h 15m

$2,207

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

11:00-19:03

2 stops24h 03m

Cancun

Mon 19/10

08:00-08:50

2 stops32h 50m

$2,207

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-11:15

2 stops40h 15m

Cancun

Tue 20/10

17:35-08:50

2 stops47h 15m

$2,207

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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 13 May 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
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,709 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,028 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 22h 40m. Fly via Delta, Air New Zealand, or American Airlines 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, Adelaide - 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,276Average$1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$1,524Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,614Average$2,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,046Average$2,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,082Average$2,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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