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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen from $892

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CUN
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2025.

Sun 7/1210:10MEL - CUN
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Mon 22/1208:20CUN - MEL
1 stop31h 40mDelta
Deal found 18/11$2,440
Thu 4/1212:00MEL - CUN
2 stops41h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1213:07CUN - MEL
1 stop23h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/11$2,931
Thu 4/1212:30MEL - CUN
2 stops41h 50mLATAM Airlines
Sun 7/1201:15CUN - MEL
2 stops36h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,290
Thu 4/1211:30MEL - CUN
1 stop21h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1217:50CUN - MEL
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,704
Sun 7/1210:35MEL - CUN
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1219:25CUN - MEL
3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,717
Sat 27/1211:30MEL - CUN
1 stop24h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/117:50CUN - MEL
2 stops48h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,788
Wed 24/1206:00AVV - CUN
2 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1218:05CUN - AVV
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$7,228

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,472

One-way from

$892

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,832
Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/1-1/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Playa del Carmen
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15/2
  • 15/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 07m total
  • Melbourne to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($511 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($146 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-18:05

1 stop23h 55m

Cancun

Sun 1/2

16:40-08:00

2 stops47h 20m

$1,472

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

10:10-17:08

1 stop22h 58m

Cancun

Sun 29/3

15:15-08:40

2 stops49h 25m

$1,539

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:00-20:03

2 stops25h 03m

Cancun

Sun 17/5

13:55-07:40

2 stops50h 45m

$1,539

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

13:30-10:03

3 stops35h 33m

Cancun

Sun 17/5

10:53-12:25

3 stops34h 32m

$1,976

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

08:35-19:18

2 stops26h 43m

Cancun

Tue 31/3

13:04-10:50

2 stops29h 46m

$2,277

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

09:45-14:50

1 stop44h 05m

Cancun

Sat 2/5

16:15-12:00

2 stops28h 45m

$2,335

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

10:10-18:00

1 stop23h 50m

Cancun

Mon 22/12

08:20-08:00

1 stop31h 40m

$2,440

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

07:10-06:00

2 stops38h 50m

Cancun

Sun 29/3

07:00-13:20

2 stops38h 20m

$2,465

MelbourneCancún

AVV - CUN

AVVCUN

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 24/12

06:00-18:32

2 stops28h 32m

Cancun

Wed 31/12

18:05-15:50

2 stops29h 45m

$7,228

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

13:55-20:02

3 stops46h 07m

$892

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen (average of $896). Flying from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,869). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAir Canada from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,462 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,472, Delta can have you in Playa del Carmen from Melbourne in 23h 55m. The distance from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen is about 14737 km.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen (average of $896). Flying from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,869). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,493Average$1,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$2,071Average$3,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,749Average$2,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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