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Cheap flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen from $2,261

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CUN
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,316

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$3,010
Japan Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • 30/4-4/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 35m total
  • Sydney to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($512 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Find flight deals from Sydney to Playa del Carmen

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 15 April 2025.

Mon 18/809:25SYD - CUN
1 stop22h 47mDelta
Thu 18/912:25CUN - SYD
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Deal found 14/4$2,261
Wed 30/408:55SYD - CUN
2 stops67h 10mJapan Airlines
Sun 4/517:55CUN - SYD
2 stops45h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,316
Wed 29/1010:20SYD - CUN
1 stop35h 40mAir Canada
Wed 5/1108:05CUN - SYD
1 stop33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 14/4$2,448
Wed 22/1011:20SYD - CUN
1 stop20h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/1016:55CUN - SYD
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,685
Mon 18/817:10SYD - CUN
3 stops31h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/914:24CUN - SYD
2 stops25h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,909
Wed 29/1012:30SYD - CUN
2 stops41h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 4/1101:20CUN - SYD
2 stops37h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/4$3,406

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Route

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Return

Price

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

08:55-13:05

2 stops67h 10m

Cancun

Sun 4/5

17:55-06:20

2 stops45h 25m

$2,316

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

09:25-17:09

1 stop22h 44m

Cancun

Sun 4/5

08:15-06:35

2 stops31h 20m

$3,114

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

09:30-15:06

1 stop20h 36m

Cancun

Sun 4/5

07:58-07:00

1 stop32h 02m

$3,178

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

17:10-09:42

3 stops31h 32m

Cancun

Sun 4/5

14:20-06:55

2 stops25h 35m

$4,068

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

11:50-18:35

3 stops45h 45m

Cancun

Sun 4/5

17:35-09:35

3 stops49h 00m

$5,876

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/4

10:20-16:12

1 stop44h 52m

$2,419

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Deals found on 14/4

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

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 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Playa del Carmen is 51 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 time of day to fly from SYD to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 15 April 2025.

When flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 inches 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 15 April 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,758 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,656 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

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. 5 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.

  • 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 15 April 2025.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,645Average$3,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$1,869Average$2,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$2,055Average$2,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,587Average$2,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$3,077Average$3,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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