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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen from $1,450

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CUN
4 1月 — 11 1月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Playa del Carmen

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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 5 12月 2025.

週三 31/1210:10MEL - CUN
1 stop24h 03mDelta
週三 7/108:00CUN - MEL
2 stops32h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/12$2,954
週六 27/1211:30MEL - CUN
1 stop21h 16mUnited Airlines
週六 3/107:41CUN - MEL
1 stop33h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$4,097
週三 31/1212:00MEL - CUN
1 stop22h 49mMultiple Airlines
週三 7/117:08CUN - MEL
1 stop43h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$4,489
週六 27/1213:30MEL - CUN
3 stops37h 31mMultiple Airlines
週六 3/116:26CUN - MEL
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$5,152
週六 27/1207:30MEL - CUN
3 stops43h 20mAir Canada
週六 3/122:10CUN - MEL
3 stops47h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/12$7,324

Find 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 5 12月 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,450

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$3,868
Delta
  • Delta
  • 16/1-29/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($491 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($140 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport 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

週五 16/1

10:10-18:05

1 stop23h 55m

Cancun

週四 29/1

19:05-08:00

1 stop44h 55m

$1,520

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週日 8/3

10:10-17:08

1 stop22h 58m

Cancun

週日 29/3

15:15-08:40

2 stops49h 25m

$1,520

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週日 8/3

07:10-06:00

2 stops38h 50m

Cancun

週日 29/3

20:55-12:35

3 stops47h 40m

$2,243

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週五 16/1

16:15-10:00

3 stops33h 45m

Cancun

週四 29/1

10:39-14:05

3 stops35h 26m

$2,477

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週五 3/4

11:00-17:08

1 stop22h 08m

Cancun

週五 17/4

09:55-07:40

2 stops30h 45m

$2,695

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週三 31/12

10:10-18:13

1 stop24h 03m

Cancun

週三 7/1

08:00-08:00

2 stops32h 00m

$2,954

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週三 4/3

12:00-14:20

2 stops42h 20m

Cancun

週六 7/3

01:15-05:25

2 stops36h 10m

$2,985

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週四 8/1

20:15-08:30

2 stops52h 15m

$1,691

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

週四 8/1

11:30-07:29

1 stop35h 59m

$2,568

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Deals found on 3/12

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $879). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,813). 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 5 12月 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen?

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 5 12月 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAir Canada from Melbourne Airport 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
947 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
9,066 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
10,500 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

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 Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen in 23h 55m. Fly via Delta or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 14737 km between Melbourne Airport and Playa del Carmen. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of $879). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,813). 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 5 12月 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,464Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$2,030Average$3,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,695Average$2,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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