How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?

A quick flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen can take about 25h 30m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £707. The distance between Edinburgh and Playa del Carmen is about 4772 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?

When booking a flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen, you may want to consider flying on British Airways, Virgin Atlantic or KLM as they are the most popular for this route.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?

Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen. 7 airlines have flights from Turnhouse to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse 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 Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Playa del Carmen are usually found in March or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest in	March
Average price	£653

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 October 2025.

Sat 6/1205:45EDI - CUN

1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines

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Deal found 25/10£668

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2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/10£669

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Tue 24/320:55CUN - EDI

2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/10£684

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Deal found 25/10£699

Mon 8/1212:30EDI - CUN

2 stops28h 55mUnited Airlines

Tue 24/311:40CUN - EDI

2 stops14h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/10£702

Sun 7/1207:35EDI - CUN

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Tue 24/320:55CUN - EDI

2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/10£704

Thu 4/1209:25EDI - CUN

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2 stops16h 15mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 25/10£712

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1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/10£716

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2 stops17h 54mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 24/10£716

Best flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 October 2025.

Wed 10/1212:30EDI - CUN

2 stops29h 24mUnited Airlines

Tue 24/316:09CUN - EDI

1 stop12h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/10£702

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1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/10£707

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2 stops17h 54mAmerican Airlines

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1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/10£725

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Sun 11/120:20EDI - CUN

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1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/10£707

Thu 8/109:25EDI - CUN

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Deal found 25/10£718

Sun 11/120:20EDI - CUN

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1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/10£707

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Deal found 25/10£718

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1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/10£707

Wed 7/113:20EDI - CUN

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Tue 20/116:34CUN - EDI

2 stops17h 41mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 24/10£722

Thu 8/119:20EDI - CUN

1 stop26h 30mBritish Airways

Wed 4/218:40CUN - EDI

1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/10£707

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Discover last-minute flight deals from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen. Data last updated 26 October 2025 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen
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Deal found 24/10£339

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Deal found 24/10£436

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Deal found 24/10£444

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20:20-16:50

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20:20-16:50

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18:40-15:15

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EDI - CUN

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19:20-16:50

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18:40-15:15

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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19:20-16:50

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EDICUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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11:00-11:45

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13:16-12:10

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EDI - CUN

EDICUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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09:25-11:50

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Cancun

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12:50-09:30

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EDI - CUN

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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10:25-11:50

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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13:20-11:50

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Cancun

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

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

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen is 78 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 month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen (average of £283). Flying from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen in April is currently the most expensive (average of £598). 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 EDI to PL9?

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France from Edinburgh 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.

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Virgin Atlantic

7.5

Good

670 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Air France

7.4

Good

1,479 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,364 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,474 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,406 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?
Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen. 7 airlines have flights from Turnhouse to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Playa del Carmen should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?
A quick flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen can take about 25h 30m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £707. The distance between Edinburgh and Playa del Carmen is about 4772 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen (average of £283). Flying from Edinburgh to Playa del Carmen in April is currently the most expensive (average of £598). 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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British Airways	Cheapest£542	Average£641	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£560	Average£601	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£567	Average£782	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	Cheapest£568	Average£713	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£574	Average£683	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Finnair	Cheapest£575	Average£657	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Finnair flights
Air Canada	Cheapest£587	Average£727	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights

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