Cheap flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen from $692

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CUN
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,799

One-way from

$692

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,730
3/3-18/3
  • 3/3-18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 89h 25m total
  • Sydney to Playa del Carmen
7/2
  • 7/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 48m total
  • Sydney to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($553 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Tue 3/314:00
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/318:00
CUN
-
SYD
1 stop45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,799
Tue 1/913:15
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops35h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/910:53
CUN
-
SYD
3 stops33h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,821
Mon 16/214:00
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/219:10
CUN
-
SYD
1 stop44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,865
Mon 16/208:30
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Mon 23/208:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops38h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,990
Tue 17/1119:15
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops41h 03m
Air New Zealand
Wed 2/1216:51
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops23h 54m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$2,099
Tue 20/110:40
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop23h 25m
Delta
Tue 27/108:00
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops30h 50m
Delta
Deal found 18/1$2,111
Tue 17/1111:20
SYD
-
CUN
1 stop35h 40m
Air Canada
Wed 2/1218:10
CUN
-
SYD
1 stop44h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/1$2,117
Sat 31/109:00
SYD
-
CUN
2 stops24h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 10/218:10
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops28h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/1$2,122
Sat 31/121:40
SYD
-
CUN
3 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/218:15
CUN
-
SYD
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,126

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

14:00-18:00

2 stops44h 00m

Cancun

Wed 18/3

18:00-07:25

1 stop45h 25m

$1,799

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/2

08:30-17:10

2 stops24h 40m

Cancun

Mon 23/2

08:00-14:40

2 stops38h 40m

$1,990

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/1

21:40-14:50

3 stops33h 10m

Cancun

Tue 10/2

18:15-19:45

2 stops33h 30m

$2,126

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/1

10:40-18:05

1 stop23h 25m

Cancun

Tue 10/2

08:00-08:30

2 stops32h 30m

$2,186

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/2

17:45-18:00

1 stop40h 15m

Cancun

Mon 23/2

19:10-07:25

1 stop44h 15m

$2,273

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/2

14:00-09:48

3 stops35h 48m

$692

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

14:00-12:05

3 stops38h 05m

$695

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

14:00-09:48

3 stops35h 48m

$707

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

14:00-09:48

3 stops35h 48m

$715

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

14:00-20:55

3 stops46h 55m

$807

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

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen is 6 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,352). Flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,960). 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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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 19 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to Playa del Carmen by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,July 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,July 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,July 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,July 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,July 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen. 4 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen?

    For as low as $1,990, Air Canada can have you in Playa del Carmen from Sydney in 24h 40m. The distance from Sydney to Playa del Carmen is about 14178 km.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Playa del Carmen (average of $1,352). Flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,960). 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 Sydney to Playa del Carmen

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,384Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$1,652Average$2,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,890Average$2,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,413Average$2,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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