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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen from C$ 173

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CUN
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen are usually found in January or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 423

One-way from

C$ 173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 635
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 18/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 56m total
  • Vancouver to Playa del Carmen
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 07m total
  • Vancouver to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Wed 18/69:00 a.m.YVR - CUN
2 stops26h 24mWestJet
Sun 22/65:10 p.m.CUN - YVR
Nonstop6h 32mWestJet
Deal found 28/4C$ 423
Sun 27/43:15 p.m.YVR - CUN
1 stop13h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/53:46 p.m.CUN - YVR
1 stop20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 441
Tue 20/51:40 p.m.YVR - CUN
1 stop30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/58:00 a.m.CUN - YVR
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 486
Sun 14/98:20 a.m.YVR - CUN
Nonstop6h 00mAir Canada
Sun 21/95:20 p.m.CUN - YVR
Nonstop6h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4C$ 540
Thu 21/811:55 p.m.YVR - CUN
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 24/82:55 p.m.CUN - YVR
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 565
Tue 4/117:01 a.m.YVR - CUN
1 stop10h 35mAeromexico
Wed 5/118:29 p.m.CUN - YVR
1 stop11h 53mAeromexico
Deal found 28/4C$ 600
Mon 1/127:01 a.m.YVR - CUN
1 stop25h 22mAeroMexico Connect
Sun 7/127:29 p.m.CUN - YVR
1 stop12h 53mAeroMexico Connect
Deal found 28/4C$ 610

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Vancouver

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Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 18/6

9:00 a.m.-1:24 p.m.

2 stops26h 24m

Cancun

Sun 22/6

5:10 p.m.-9:42 p.m.

Nonstop6h 32m

C$ 423

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/5

11:35 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

2 stops17h 45m

Cancun

Fri 16/5

2:24 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

2 stops22h 31m

C$ 442

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/5

1:40 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop30h 09m

Cancun

Tue 27/5

8:00 a.m.-12:55 a.m.

1 stop18h 55m

C$ 486

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 14/9

8:20 a.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop6h 00m

Cancun

Sun 21/9

5:20 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

Nonstop6h 30m

C$ 540

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 21/8

11:55 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 10m

Cancun

Sun 24/8

2:55 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 565

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/5

1:17 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops25h 02m

Cancun

Tue 13/5

4:11 p.m.-9:38 a.m.

1 stop19h 27m

C$ 639

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/5

9:30 a.m.-5:37 p.m.

Nonstop6h 07m

C$ 173

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/5

12:10 p.m.-12:02 p.m.

1 stop21h 52m

C$ 216

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/5

6:00 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 261

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 15/6

1:40 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop30h 09m

C$ 276

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen (average of C$ 298). Flying from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). 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 YVR to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 29 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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 29 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,240 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 173. United Airlines flights start at C$ 216 while deals on American Airlines start at C$ 261 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen on time: WestJet (91%), Air Canada (87%), Flair Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 173. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Cancun) can be booked for C$ 373 on average our data indicates C$ 1,259 when flying from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen (average of C$ 298). Flying from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). 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 9 airlines flying from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 318AverageC$ 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 385AverageC$ 630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 439AverageC$ 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 442AverageC$ 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 461AverageC$ 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 480AverageC$ 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 533AverageC$ 1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 558AverageC$ 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sunwing AirlinesCheapestC$ 571AverageC$ 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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