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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen from $1,307

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CUN
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

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

Round-trip from

$1,909

One-way from

$1,307

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$2,370
3/5-15/5
  • 3/5-15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 79h 23m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 48m total
  • New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($164 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Find flight deals from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2025.

Mon 12/513:50AKL - CUN
2 stops39h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/517:22CUN - AKL
2 stops44h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,145
Mon 1/913:25AKL - CUN
3 stops37h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/914:10CUN - AKL
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,306
Sat 18/1006:00AKL - CUN
2 stops29h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 25/1016:13CUN - AKL
1 stop23h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$2,339
Thu 4/915:50WLG - CUN
2 stops41h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 19/914:24CUN - WLG
2 stops31h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,353
Sat 18/1020:10AKL - CUN
2 stops36h 05mLATAM Airlines
Fri 24/1001:20CUN - AKL
2 stops34h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/3$3,550

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

13:50-12:02

2 stops39h 12m

Cancun

Mon 19/5

17:22-07:10

2 stops44h 48m

$2,145

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

13:25-09:33

3 stops37h 08m

Cancun

Wed 24/9

14:10-14:05

3 stops30h 55m

$2,306

WellingtonCancún

WLG - CUN

WLGCUN

Wellington

Thu 4/9

15:50-16:12

2 stops41h 22m

Cancun

Fri 19/9

14:24-14:50

2 stops31h 26m

$2,353

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Fri 4/7

17:00-06:48

2 stops54h 48m

$1,307

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

13:25-06:48

3 stops34h 23m

$1,433

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

06:45-14:56

2 stops25h 11m

$1,533

AucklandCancún

AKL - CUN

AKLCUN

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

19:45-14:20

2 stops35h 35m

$1,542

ChristchurchCancún

CHC - CUN

CHCCUN

Christchurch

Fri 4/7

17:45-22:07

3 stops45h 22m

$3,449

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/3

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 March 2025.

When flying from New Zealand 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 29 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,895 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,609 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    $1,307 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from $1,533 and $3,449, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen?

    While some choose either Wellington - Cancun or Christchurch - Cancun, Auckland Intl - Cancun is the most popular route from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,505Average$2,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,771Average$2,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,989Average$2,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,247Average$2,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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