Airports near Playa del Carmen
CZM・CUN・TQO
What airports are closest to Playa del Carmen?
The nearest entry point is Cozumel International Airport (CZM), which lies 19.93 km away; travelers must take a shuttle and ferry for a combined journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes. Cancún International Airport (CUN) is the region's main hub, situated 50.04 km from the center with the express bus providing a reliable connection in about 1 hour 15 minutes. Finally, Tulum International Airport (TQO) serves the southern area at a distance of 79.85 km, with the new train service reaching the city in approximately 2 hours including transfers. Each airport requires careful planning regarding ground transport, especially for those in neighboring cities like Tulum or on the island of Cozumel, as travel times can vary significantly based on traffic and connection frequency. Search for flights to Playa del Carmen and book hotels in Playa del Carmen, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Playa del Carmen: CZM, CUN and TQO.
Airports Near Playa del Carmen: Key Information
Number of airports in Playa del Carmen
0
Closest airport to the city center
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
Distance
19.9 km
Fastest arrival time
45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
Compare domestic and international airports near Playa del Carmen.
Cozumel International Airport
Distance: 19.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Shared Shuttle service to ferry
Cheapest
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
MXN 240-400
Budget
Private taxi to ferry terminal
Fastest
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
MXN 600-900
Balanced
Cancún International Airport
Distance: 50 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
ADO express bus
Cheapest
1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
MXN 200-270
Budget
Shared airport shuttle
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
MXN 400-600
Balanced
Private airport taxi
Fastest
45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes
MXN 1500-2500
Comfort
Tulum International Airport
Distance: 79.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Tren Maya express train
Fastest
2 hours - 2 hours 10 minutes
MXN 409-600
Speed
ADO regional bus
Cheapest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
MXN 300-400
Budget
Private car service
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
MXN 1000-1500
Comfort
Compare 3 airports near Playa del Carmen
Airport Guide
Compare 3 airports near Playa del Carmen
For most travelers, Cancún International Airport (CUN) is the primary international gateway. While it is located in a neighboring city, it offers the most extensive flight connectivity and competitive transport options like the budget-friendly ADO bus, making it the most practical choice for those balancing cost and convenience. Cozumel International Airport (CZM) serves the island of Cozumel and requires a ferry crossing to reach the mainland, which can add complexity to your journey but offers a unique experience. It is best suited for travelers already staying on the island or those seeking a shorter total travel distance if the timing aligns with ferry schedules. The newest entry, Tulum International Airport (TQO), is located in a neighboring city and serves the southern Riviera Maya region. It is increasingly viable due to the Tren Maya rail link, though transit times remain longer compared to northern hubs. Travelers should prioritize flight availability and total door-to-door transfer time when deciding.
Flights to Playa del Carmen
Mexico City to Cozumel International Airport
Mexico City to Cancún International Airport
Mexico City to Tulum International Airport
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Hotels near Playa del Carmen airport
Breakfast
Very Good107 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|6.4km from city center
Large complex with several pools and dining options, though some amenities not available due to covid. Generally helpful and kind staff, one gentleman at the concierge wasn't the best but the manager was great! The beach had lots of space, places to sit and staff available for beverage service. Overall a nice place to stay!FromUS$99
Good103 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|0.38km from city center
Awesome location and for those that like the night life, super close to the bars and clubs. Convenient location and depending on the room, you can avoid the rooftop and outside noise, just ask.FromUS$45
Good124 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|6.22km from city center
The environment and facilities are complete. Although it can be seen that it is a certain age, the management and operation are still relatively complete. Although there are many restaurants and activities, they all need to be booked in advance, so everyone should be prepared in advance and book the place you like as soon as you arrive, otherwise it will be a pity. You can basically visit one place a day, all of which are very good and fun. The overall feeling is still goodFromUS$1,011
Very Good102 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|3.49km from city center
We really enjoyed our stay. The food offered a great variety and was always a good choice. The facilities are very spacious, so you don’t feel how many guests are actually staying at the hotel. The beach was excellent — you just need to wake up early to get a front-line beach bed.
We loved the continental breakfast available at 6 am; with our jet lag, it was amazing to have such an early option. Most of the guests were middle-aged, kind, and friendly, which created a very pleasant atmosphere.
They also have an amazing jungle area with animals, which was very cool. The animals looked healthy and well taken care of, and it was a lovely addition to the experience.
However, we didn’t see many staff members who were smiling or particularly willing to help — some were friendlier than others, but a few came across as a bit rude.
Overall, we had a very nice experience and would return to this hotel again.Amazing103 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|7.56km from city center
As the Banyan Tree service did not have to say, that is, the charges are expensive, even the expensive is not good for hygiene, the pool villas, the small collapse in the yard can not lie, placed in the corner of the eaves do not say mosquitoes There are many ant bugs and a lot of spider webs. It looks dirty. The colony is also covered with insect secretions and spider webs. The partitions in the room are all gray, which makes people feel uncomfortable. And if it is too far to go to the beach, it is not convenient. It can only be said that this Banyan Tree is relatively backward, not as good as the nearby Viseroy.FromUS$711
Family friendly
Very Good40 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|5.97km from city center
I enjoyed more various facilities because of the corona virus.
Not good but the service is good and clean and the facilities are very goodFromUS$135
Amazing102 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|7.28km from city center
I left the Maya Riviera hotel on the morning of November 14, and when I checked in and left the hotel, I found that I had about 300 dollars less in my wallet. The thing is: I took a taxi to the hotel when I checked in, I paid the fare in cash dollars, so I remember there were a few hundred dollars in my wallet, and the hotel was all inclusive, so I didn't have any cash consumption during my stay. I left the hotel in the morning to go to the airport because I had to take a taxi, I wanted to prepare the dollar cash in advance, and when I opened my wallet I found that there were thirty dollars in the cockroach. During my stay at the hotel, my wallet was in my bag and my bag was on the hotel room table. During this period, the service staff of the hotel cleaning room can enter my room and take the dollars in my wallet. Because I had to catch a plane in the morning, I told the hotel staff that I didn't have time to call the police. Traveling to Mexico still has to pay attention to property and personal safety.FromUS$785
Very Good104 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|1.16km from city center
It is great resort with good location and amenities.
But they need to have better response system for guest. particularly when some one calling from room
For water or general amenities of room
Pls improve house telephone response system.
Also there sud not be any rationing on drinking water and coffee pods
Only one coffee pod and limited nos of water bottles in a luxury resort is not expected !FromUS$109
Great100 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|0.37km from city center
After a horrible night at a nearby hotel, my husband and I moved over to Acanto for a 6 night stay. They let us check in early which we were very grateful for. Our room was lovely, comfy bed and very clean. Right off of 5th Avenue and a block from the beach. Great location and a super friendly staff. I would recommend!FromUS$101
Great103 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|2.37km from city center
Pros: very clean, staff are helpful and polite. The beach is beautiful white sand with turquoise water and palm trees for shade. There are a lot of chairs around the pools and on the beach. The room was comfy, good beds and pillows. Great shower and bathtub. The property is well kept. The are many activities, games and events organized.
CONS: The food is average, generic and limited for vegetarians. The restaurant menues are not a la carte. It’s a fixed menu. The cocktail are way too sweet , except for David, it was impossible to get a good drink. The wine is dry but no choice not even to purchased. If you like an American diet with everything sweet and you want to hand by the pool and bar, you will be happy. If you want to rest on the beach, without having vendors bug you every 5 minutes plus having to breathe cigarette smokes which is allowed all over the beach. If you like decent food and enjoy a good cocktail and wine. This place is not for you.5 star
Amazing101 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|4.26km from city center
Amazing for people who love wellness and into spirituality who aren’t into alcohol and partyingFromUS$499
Good103 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|0.8km from city center
The room is large, clean, warm and comfortable, the environment is beautiful, the location is particularly convenient, go out is the Fifth Avenue Pedestrian Street, but it is quiet. The service is very good, the food quality is high, the rooftop pool has a good view, the rooftop bar eats and drinks well, the lounge chairs are comfortable, and the umbrellas are beautiful. We had enough of the sea in Cancun and chose this Hilton boutique on Carmen Beach, which was not close to the sea, but five minutes to the beach. Wall crack recommended!FromUS$100
Great110 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|0.66km from city center
hotel done fixed their mistake from the website I booked. When we arrived they told us we need to pay extra tax & no bkft included. But we showed them the itinerary that we payed. Hotel( Guillermo ) initiatively solve the mistake for us, which is a very good move! Allow us to enjoy more in the beautiful trip.
Restaurant waiters are super kind and pay attention on their guests which is five star service we expected all the time. Thanks Walter giving us a wonderful experience.
Also the one who assisted us bring luggage downstairs in this morning, Axel was super detail oriented in service, perspected our needs!! He deserved more!
Thanks for those beautiful exp. your colleagues made our trips easy & enjoyable!FromUS$242
Very Good116 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|0.71km from city center
It was AMAZING! I had such a great time there! The staff were super friendly and the food was delicious. I made sure to eat and drink as much as possible, I think I ate too much! There is only a buffet breakfast and lunch and dinner at the restaurants. It's à la carte (if you paid for the package) and you can order as much food as you want. Mexican food for lunch and Italian or Mexican food for dinner (you have to book for dinner). I also love that the rooftop bar has unlimited great food for the whole day. The pool area was nice and so was the furniture. My room was huge and very spacious, I did not have the best view which didn't matter because I was upstairs on the rooftop for most of the time. They also stock the room fridge with soft drinks and beer which are unlimited. Each floor has a water cooler machine and an ice machine which was great when it came to refilling my water bottles. I think it's a great idea instead of the single use water bottles. I highly recommend staying here, my only regret was not staying here longer. I will be back in the future! FromUS$118
Very Good102 Reviews
Playa del Carmen|2.77km from city center
Magnificent hotel! If I could, I'd give it a million stars. The best staff, amazing room, and food! Thank you for this. A wonderful stay!FromUS$218
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Playa del Carmen?
The nearest airport to Playa del Carmen is Cozumel International Airport (CZM), about 19.9 km away.Cancún International Airport (CUN) (50 km) and Tulum International Airport (TQO) (79.9 km).
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How long does it take to get from Playa del Carmen to the airport?
Getting from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel International Airport (CZM) takes about 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes.
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How do I get to Playa del Carmen?
We recommend flying into Cozumel International Airport (CZM), which is approximately 19.9 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Private taxi to ferry terminal, reaching downtown in about 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes.
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How many airports does Playa del Carmen have?
Playa del Carmen has 3 airports: Cozumel International Airport (CZM), Cancún International Airport (CUN) and Tulum International Airport (TQO).