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Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico from $509

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RAP — CUN
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Playa del Carmen (PL9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$724

Round-trip from

$339
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 36% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
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From Rapid City to Playa del Carmen
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 14 days in advance, which can save you up to 151% on flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 14 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $215. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $541.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Playa del Carmen from Rapid City average $621. You can even find prices in January for less than $621, as users have found deals to Playa del Carmen from as low as $215. The month of November appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Playa del Carmen from Rapid City. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 27%.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen as you normally would.

Cheap Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 7/58:51 amRAP - CUN
1 stop28h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/127:51 amCUN - RAP
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$581
Sat 7/276:00 amRAP - CUN
2 stops7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/43:56 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$583
Sat 7/2712:20 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop25h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/43:56 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$589
Fri 7/54:40 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop26h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/124:15 pmCUN - RAP
1 stop19h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$597
Wed 7/2412:30 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/284:06 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$599
Wed 7/2411:12 amRAP - CUN
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/284:06 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$614
Sat 7/207:00 amRAP - CUN
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/57:51 amCUN - RAP
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$623
Sat 7/204:40 pmRAP - CUN
2 stops17h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/53:56 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$626
Sat 7/2011:12 amRAP - CUN
1 stop22h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/58:00 amCUN - RAP
1 stop14h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$638

Rapid City to Playa del Carmen 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rapid City and Playa del Carmen in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 12/165:47 amRAP - CUN
1 stop10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/228:57 amCUN - RAP
1 stop13h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$509
Mon 12/1612:34 pmRAP - CUN
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/228:57 amCUN - RAP
1 stop13h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$513
Fri 7/58:51 amRAP - CUN
1 stop28h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/127:51 amCUN - RAP
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$581
Sat 7/276:00 amRAP - CUN
2 stops7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/43:56 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$583
Sat 7/2712:20 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop25h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/43:56 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$589
Fri 7/54:40 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop26h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/124:15 pmCUN - RAP
1 stop19h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$597
Wed 7/2412:30 pmRAP - CUN
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/284:06 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$599
Wed 7/2411:12 amRAP - CUN
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/284:06 pmCUN - RAP
2 stops20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$614
Sat 7/207:00 amRAP - CUN
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/57:51 amCUN - RAP
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$623

Find flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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Budget

$568 - $675

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Price

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/27

2 stops7h 56m

Cancun

Sun 8/4

2 stops18h 54m

$568

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/27

1 stop20h 45m

Cancun

Sun 8/4

2 stops18h 54m

$574

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Fri 7/5

1 stop28h 49m

Cancun

Fri 7/12

2 stops27h 37m

$581

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/27

2 stops7h 56m

Cancun

Sun 8/4

2 stops18h 54m

$583

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/27

1 stop25h 45m

Cancun

Sun 8/4

2 stops18h 54m

$589

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Fri 7/5

1 stop26h 26m

Cancun

Fri 7/12

1 stop19h 15m

$597

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/20

1 stop6h 54m

Cancun

Mon 8/5

2 stops27h 37m

$623

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/20

1 stop8h 45m

Cancun

Mon 8/5

1 stop7h 13m

$651

Rapid CityCancun

RAP - CUN

RAPCUN

Rapid City

Sat 7/20

1 stop8h 45m

Cancun

Sun 8/4

2 stops17h 19m

$675

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen is 13 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Playa del Carmen from Rapid City with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CUN

Temperature

75.2 - 86 °F

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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

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 June 9, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City 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 Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen. 4 airlines have flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rapid City 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 flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $568, but on average you can expect to pay $634.

  • What does RAP to CUN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Rapid City Airport to Cancun Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RAP to CUN flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Tulum Intl Airport (TQO), Cozumel Airport (CZM).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rapid City 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 Rapid City to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flight deals updated?

    The Rapid City to Playa del Carmen flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

    The most popular airlines flying from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen are American Airlines, Aeromexico and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen (average of $339). Flying from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 4 airlines flying from Rapid City to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$215Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$390Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$422Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$488Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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