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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen from C$ 216

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CUN
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen are usually found in September or June, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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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 5 May 2026.

Fri 22/58:45 a.m.
YVR
-
CUN
2 stops26h 20m
WestJet
Sat 6/65:10 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
Nonstop6h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 30/4C$ 457
Fri 5/61:35 p.m.
YVR
-
CUN
2 stops21h 30m
WestJet
Fri 12/65:10 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
Nonstop6h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 1/5C$ 473
Sat 26/98:15 a.m.
YVR
-
CUN
1 stop10h 30m
Aeromexico
Wed 7/109:39 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop10h 26m
Aeromexico
Deal found 3/5C$ 478
Fri 11/98:05 a.m.
YVR
-
CUN
Nonstop6h 10m
WestJet
Fri 18/95:10 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
Nonstop6h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 4/5C$ 479
Sun 3/52:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CUN
1 stop22h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 5/53:43 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop28h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 486
Wed 7/108:15 a.m.
YVR
-
CUN
1 stop11h 25m
Aeromexico
Wed 14/109:39 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop10h 26m
Aeromexico
Deal found 30/4C$ 487
Wed 6/52:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CUN
1 stop20h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 11/53:43 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop28h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 488
Wed 7/108:15 a.m.
YVR
-
CUN
1 stop10h 15m
Aeromexico
Mon 12/107:06 a.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop24h 59m
Aeromexico
Deal found 4/5C$ 490
Thu 21/56:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CUN
2 stops40h 55m
WestJet
Sat 6/62:00 p.m.
CUN
-
YVR
1 stop19h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 30/4C$ 491

Find 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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 457

One-way from

C$ 216

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 735
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 22/5-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Playa del Carmen
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/5

3:35 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop19h 23m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

7:58 a.m.-10:26 p.m.

1 stop16h 28m

C$ 550

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

8:35 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop30h 10m

Cancun

Thu 4/6

3:43 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop9h 13m

C$ 559

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/6

11:35 p.m.-7:19 p.m.

2 stops17h 44m

Cancun

Tue 9/6

7:51 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops17h 05m

C$ 629

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sat 23/5

11:58 p.m.-7:19 p.m.

1 stop17h 21m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

7:58 a.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops17h 24m

C$ 639

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 25/5

3:35 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop19h 23m

Cancun

Fri 29/5

5:22 p.m.-11:33 a.m.

2 stops20h 11m

C$ 686

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 24/5

11:58 p.m.-7:19 p.m.

1 stop17h 21m

Cancun

Fri 29/5

5:22 p.m.-11:33 a.m.

2 stops20h 11m

C$ 686
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 25/5

11:35 p.m.-2:26 p.m.

1 stop12h 51m

Cancun

Thu 28/5

5:01 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

2 stops15h 59m

C$ 691

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 17/5

2:20 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop20h 38m

Cancun

Sun 24/5

3:24 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops20h 27m

C$ 692

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/5

3:35 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop19h 23m

Cancun

Fri 22/5

11:00 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop12h 50m

C$ 733

VancouverCancún

YVR - CUN

YVRCUN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 17/5

3:35 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop19h 23m

Cancun

Fri 22/5

11:00 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop12h 50m

C$ 733

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

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 5 May 2026.

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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 5 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines,Aeromexico, andWestJet from Vancouver 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,519 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,331 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Flair Airlines
6.0
Okay
268 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen in about 19h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Vancouver and Playa del Carmen are separated by a distance of 4472 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Flair Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 164. United Airlines flights start at C$ 210 while deals on WestJet start at C$ 228 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: Flair Airlines (83%), Air Canada Rouge (79%), WestJet (75%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 220. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Cancun) can be booked for C$ 488 on average, our data indicates C$ 513 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Vancouver to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 7 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 210AverageC$ 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 240AverageC$ 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 282AverageC$ 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 365AverageC$ 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 392AverageC$ 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 489AverageC$ 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 608AverageC$ 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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