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Cheap flights from Australia to Playa del Carmen from $833

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CUN
22 Mar — 29 Mar1
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 20 February 2026.

Sun 8/310:10
MEL
-
CUN
1 stop22h 50m
Delta
Sun 29/316:45
CUN
-
MEL
2 stops48h 05m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,467
Wed 18/309:40
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops26h 40m
Delta
Wed 25/308:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$1,783
Mon 9/310:40
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Mon 16/312:44
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops26h 41m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$1,820
Thu 28/507:00
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops24h 20m
Air Canada
Thu 11/610:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops30h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 17/2$1,827
Thu 16/409:15
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop22h 36m
Delta
Fri 1/511:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops28h 50m
Delta
Deal found 16/2$1,862
Sat 6/609:15
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop22h 47m
Delta
Sun 21/608:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,892
Mon 26/1007:10
MEL
-
CUN
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1118:10
CUN
-
MEL
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,950
Tue 17/1110:40
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops26h 30m
Delta
Fri 4/1208:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops32h 30m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$2,000
Sat 17/1010:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops26h 00m
Delta
Sat 31/1008:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops31h 30m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$2,022
Sun 24/509:20
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop22h 10m
Air Canada
Thu 28/514:10
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops26h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 17/2$2,034
Mon 26/1007:10
MEL
-
CUN
2 stops38h 50m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1122:10
CUN
-
MEL
3 stops47h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/2$2,036
Thu 12/319:40
BNE
-
CUN
2 stops30h 14m
American Airlines
Mon 16/310:30
CUN
-
BNE
2 stops52h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,092

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 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,467

One-way from

$833

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,821
Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/3-29/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 55m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 02m total
  • Australia to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 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 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 20 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Australia

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

10:10-17:00

1 stop22h 50m

Cancun

Sun 29/3

16:45-08:50

2 stops48h 05m

$1,467

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

09:40-17:00

1 stop23h 20m

Cancun

Wed 25/3

08:00-07:25

2 stops31h 25m

$1,783

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

10:40-20:20

2 stops25h 40m

Cancun

Mon 16/3

08:00-07:25

2 stops31h 25m

$1,820

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:15-17:02

1 stop22h 47m

Cancun

Sun 21/6

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$1,892

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/4

09:15-20:15

2 stops26h 00m

Cancun

Fri 1/5

08:00-06:50

2 stops31h 50m

$1,898

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

09:15-17:02

1 stop22h 47m

Cancun

Thu 11/6

08:05-06:50

2 stops31h 45m

$2,004

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

09:20-16:30

1 stop22h 10m

Cancun

Thu 28/5

14:10-07:20

2 stops26h 10m

$2,038

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

09:10-19:45

2 stops25h 35m

Cancun

Sun 26/4

13:55-07:05

2 stops26h 10m

$2,076

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

17:50-16:00

1 stop37h 10m

Cancun

Sun 28/6

17:10-07:05

1 stop22h 55m

$2,137

BrisbaneCancún

BNE - CUN

BNECUN

Brisbane

Sun 10/5

20:35-14:58

1 stop33h 23m

Cancun

Sun 24/5

07:00-05:00

2 stops31h 00m

$2,140

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Playa del Carmen

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Playa del Carmen (average of $863). Flying from Australia to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,528). 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 20 February 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
8,225 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,225 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,225 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
995 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,225 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,331 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,225 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
10,733 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,225 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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 21h 20m. Fly via Delta or Air Canada to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 13935 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Playa del Carmen (average of $863). Flying from Australia to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,528). 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 Australia to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 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 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,311Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$1,565Average$2,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,671Average$2,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,310Average$2,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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