£344 Find Cheap Flights from London to Playa del Carmen

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Cheapest return fare
£530
Overall average: £491
Air Transat
jeu. 22/1mar. 10/2
LGW - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£545
Typical prices: £475-£659
British Airways
mer. 11/3mer. 18/3
LGW - CUN • Direct
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Cheap Flights from London to Playa del Carmen (LGW-CUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Playa del Carmen that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Playa del Carmen

jeu., 22 janv. - mar., 10 févr.
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11:40 - 19:10
LGW
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CUN
36h 30m1 stop
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20:30 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
32h 15m1 stop
£530Air Transat
dim., 11 janv. - ven., 16 janv.
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14:10 - 09:13
LGW
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CUN
24h 03m1 stop
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10:13 - 10:00
CUN
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LGW
18h 47m1 stop
£533Multiple Airlines
ven., 16 janv. - ven., 23 janv.
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14:00 - 09:13
LGW
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CUN
24h 13m1 stop
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10:13 - 10:00
CUN
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LGW
18h 47m1 stop
£534Multiple Airlines
mer., 14 janv. - mar., 27 janv.
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11:40 - 19:10
LGW
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CUN
36h 30m1 stop
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20:30 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
32h 15m1 stop
£535Air Transat
ven., 9 janv. - ven., 23 janv.
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11:40 - 10:35
LGW
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CUN
27h 55m1 stop
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20:30 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
32h 15m1 stop
£537Air Transat
sam., 10 janv. - dim., 25 janv.
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11:40 - 19:10
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CUN
36h 30m1 stop
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11:55 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
16h 50m1 stop
£538Air Transat
jeu., 8 janv. - mar., 20 janv.
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11:40 - 10:35
LGW
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CUN
27h 55m1 stop
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11:55 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
16h 50m1 stop
£539Air Transat
jeu., 15 janv. - jeu., 22 janv.
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14:00 - 09:13
LGW
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CUN
24h 13m1 stop
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10:13 - 10:00
CUN
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LGW
18h 47m1 stop
£540Multiple Airlines
ven., 9 janv. - mar., 20 janv.
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11:40 - 10:35
LGW
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CUN
27h 55m1 stop
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11:55 - 09:45
CUN
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LGW
16h 50m1 stop
£541Air Transat
lun., 26 janv. - lun., 2 févr.
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11:40 - 19:10
LGW
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CUN
36h 30m1 stop
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11:55 - 09:45
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LGW
16h 50m1 stop
£541Air Transat
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Playa del Carmen

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight£344
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 50% lower on average.
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun

When to book flights from London to Playa del Carmen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Playa del Carmen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from London to Playa del Carmen

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    When flying out of London Gatwick Airport you’ll be using London Gatwick. Playa del Carmen does not have its own airport so you’ll be flying into nearby Cancun airport, which is 31.1 mi away.

  • How long does a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen take?

    Direct flights cover the 4,953 miles separating London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen in about 11h 00m.

  • How many flights are there between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen?

    1 direct flights run between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen on a daily basis. On average, there are about 7 departures each week.

  • What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen?

    Consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Fridays if you're looking for the best rates. For your return to London Gatwick Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Playa del Carmen?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Playa del Carmen.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Playa del Carmen?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Playa del Carmen from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Playa del Carmen?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Playa del Carmen with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Playa del Carmen?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Playa del Carmen from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

    In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen found on KAYAK was with TUI Airways for £243. TUI Airways offered a return connection from £274 and British Airways from £447.

Top tips for finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen

  • There is no airport in Playa del Carmen. Instead, you’ll be flying into Cancun Airport when flying between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen.
  • The cheapest flight from London to Playa del Carmen was found 2 days before departure, on average.
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly is October.

Top 3 airlines flying from London to Playa del Carmen

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Playa del Carmen? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
Air EuropaOverall score based on 571 reviews
7.1Boarding
6.3Food
6.6Entertainment
7.5Crew
6.9Comfort
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I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2025
MIA - MAD
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I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

Great staff, just very far from the main terminal, had to run to connect my flight. I had 90 minutes to spare. But my flight from Chicago was delayed also.

My luggage is lost and nowhere to be found, no response from airline

Boarding was a shitshow. Had to bus to the gate. No separate bus and boarding process for Business Class.

The plane was very old, no power outlets. We also had to wait a long time to board. They kept moving us to different lines before we actually could step foot on the plane. We ended up being delayed an hour but we were never told or informed for any reason. After the meal I asked for a coffee which the flight attendant forgot and I had to ask again. Overall not the worst but not the best experience.

Need to pay for headsets, water, or any extra except air to breath.

Sitting space was very tight and I am not big or fat (I am 5'10" 178 Lb), so eating was very challenging. The rest was good.

Sitting space was very tight, so eating was difficult. But everything else was good.

12 hours flight. Only one meal, not enough food. At the galley only water during the flight. Lavatories not clean. Headsets at extra cost.

Need to pay for a cup of water. No food. Need to pay for headsets.

Nice lounge but had a 5 hour layover which is a lot

Flight on time and priority boarding worked. I travelled economy although business was available as no flights are cheap these days and at least with BA loyalty card I get a baggage allowance for nothing. That made the flight comparable or even cheaper than the ‘budget’ alternative. As for catering and entertainment - not on a BA short haul economy ! At least we were offered biscuits and water! Catering for economy short haul has been reduced to the minimum - no tea or coffee or other drinks than water (from a large bottle with a paper cup on offer). They will say this is better for the environment, which it is, but proper waste management is still needed for empty packets etc. so actually it’s a money saver.

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

It was good. Couldn’t Check in online and select seats

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

Fine, charter flights. Plane full, and staff nice and friendly. No option for free food or drink. Entertainment through paid app.

The 737-8 is too small for the length of flight especially if there are any delays

The flight was delayed over 2 hours, we should off left the plane2 late passengers as it’s not fair on everyone who’s followed the rules.

Dreamliner. Yes great if maintained. I didn't see anyones screen work consistently during either of our flights. Worse was their ability to not only dump you out of premium but separate couples and seat someone's carer at the opposite end of the aircraft. This poor gentleman had no hand so his partner who assists him, being seated at the other end of the aircraft, well that really showed us all what Tui think :( It was fairly dire all in all, they advertise all the perks of the dreamliner only in reality you don't have the features and they change the windows and colours to suit their constant sales pitches. Ironically they were so low on stock for the return flight that all their sales pitches were a waste of time! Their contract only favours them and 'operational changes' well they cover every excuse and Tui use it. Surprisingly we haven't reinstalled the Tui app or booked with them since. It's a shame as I rated them highly during the pandemic.

One flight attendant not wearing a mask over nose, 50% of passengers not either, and no effort to correct. Boarding was very late with no information - lots of standing around waiting.

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