How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Airlines like TUI Airways and Air Transat fly from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen in about 11h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen is about 4953 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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 cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen is £193. On average you can expect to pay £643. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Cancun), can usually be booked for £328.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

When booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen, you may want to consider flying on British Airways, TUI Airways or Air Europa as they are the most popular for this route.

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

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Mon 9/317:30

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Deal found 1/2£461

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British Airways

Sun 15/1118:40

CUN

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Nonstop9h 20m

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Deal found 3/2£465

Fri 6/1110:50

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CUN

Nonstop11h 00m

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Sun 15/1118:40

CUN

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Nonstop9h 20m

British Airways

Deal found 3/2£466

Fri 6/309:00

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CUN

Nonstop11h 00m

TUI Airways

Fri 13/317:00

CUN

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Nonstop9h 10m

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Deal found 3/2£475

Thu 26/212:30

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CUN

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Sun 8/310:45

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Deal found 1/2£479

Wed 3/613:25

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Nonstop10h 30m

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Nonstop9h 35m

British Airways

Deal found 2/2£481

Thu 26/209:00

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CUN

Nonstop11h 00m

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Thu 5/317:00

CUN

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Deal found 3/2£484

Tue 24/209:00

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Mon 16/312:15

CUN

LGW

1 stop16h 45m

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Deal found 1/2£487

Wed 29/412:20

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CUN

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Deal found 2/2£494

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CUN

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CUN

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Deal found 3/2£500

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Deal found 2/2£501

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Round-trip from	£461
One-way from	£259
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	October
Average price	£547

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Thu 26/2

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11:45-09:50

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14:00-09:18

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22:25-16:25

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£577

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London Gatwick

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12:05-06:50

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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of £262). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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 LGW to PL9?

When flying from London Gatwick Airport 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.

Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen

The most flights from LGW to PL9 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Europa and British Airways from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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6.9

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Maria Elena,Jan 2026

FRA - MAD

There was no order to board the plane and the flight was delayed. They should do it by zone to make it more organized

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6.9

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1 / 14

8.0

Excellent

Maria Elena,Jan 2026

FRA - MAD

There was no order to board the plane and the flight was delayed. They should do it by zone to make it more organized

British Airways

6.7

Okay

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Air Europa

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1 / 14

8.0

Excellent

Maria Elena,Jan 2026

FRA - MAD

There was no order to board the plane and the flight was delayed. They should do it by zone to make it more organized

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How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?
Airlines like TUI Airways and Air Transat fly from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen in about 11h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Playa del Carmen is about 4953 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen is £193. On average you can expect to pay £643. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Cancun), can usually be booked for £328.
Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Gatwick 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 Gatwick to Playa del Carmen.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Playa del Carmen?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen (average of £262). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Playa del Carmen in July is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Gatwick to Playa del Carmen

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TUI Airways	Cheapest£269	Average£295	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search TUI Airways flights
British Airways	Cheapest£438	Average£598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Air Europa	Cheapest£484	Average£602	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%	Search Air Europa flights

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