CANCUN AIRPORT TRANSFERS TO NORTH PLAYA DEL CARMEN
North Playa del Carmen is shorthand for one address most travelers already know by its master-planned name: Mayakoba, a gated stretch of mangrove, lagoon, and beach a few minutes north of downtown Playa del Carmen. The drive from Cancun International runs 45 to 55 minutes depending on traffic on Highway 307 and how far your hotel sits past the entrance gate, longer than a straight run into the Hotel Zone but still a manageable transfer for a red-eye landing or a midday arrival.
Transfer rates to North Playa del Carmen
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and already include taxes and airport access fees.
| Service | Capacity | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 1-3 | $90 USD | $173 USD |
| Standard | 4-7 | $94 USD | $180 USD |
| Standard | 8-10 | $97 USD | $187 USD |
| Deluxe | 1-6 | $180 USD | $346 USD |
| Sprinter | 11-13 | $164 USD | $303 USD |
| Sprinter | 14-17 | $164 USD | $315 USD |
Transfer types
Standard
The ideal alternative for families and golf enthusiasts looking to enter directly into the private complexes in the north of Playa del Carmen. It offers a relaxing journey of 45 to 55 minutes, with ample space for bulky luggage, sports equipment, and strollers.
- Professional bilingual driver
- Direct airport meet-and-greet
- All taxes & airport charges included
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance for peace of mind
Deluxe
Designed for discerning couples and guests staying in lagoon villas or suites with private pools. Transforms the distance from the airport into a moment of absolute relaxation with VIP space, leather upholstery, and chilled sparkling wine on board.
- Bilingual driver
- Meet & greet at the airport
- All taxes and airport charges included
- Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance included
Group
The ultimate solution for incentive trips, corporate conventions, or destination weddings. It allows coordinating the entire contingent in a single executive unit with ample cargo space for multiple golf bags and heavy luggage.
- Bilingual driver
- Meet & greet at the airport
- All taxes and airport charges included
- Complimentary water & chilled towels
- Traveler insurance for the whole group
From Cancun Airport to North Playa del Carmen
Every hotel in this cluster shares one thing: a single private gated entrance off Highway 307, staffed around the clock, that all guests and vehicles pass through regardless of which resort they are staying at. Past that gate, Mayakoba is built around a network of freshwater lagoons and mangrove canals rather than a straight beachfront strip, so the internal roads curve around water instead of running parallel to it.
Your driver knows which access road serves each property, since Fairmont, Rosewood, Alila, and Banyan Tree each have their own signed turnoff branching from the main lagoon road rather than a shared lobby or check-in point. Flight tracking means a delayed landing does not change your scheduled pickup, and the standard 60-minute grace window covers a slow customs line without extra charge.
Hotels we serve in North Playa del Carmen
We provide seamless, direct private transportation to the front door of every luxury resort, private villa, and enclave residence throughout the gated Mayakoba corridor. Below are the flagship properties we service daily:
How to book
Give us your arrival flight number, landing time, and hotel name when you reserve. We confirm by email with driver and vehicle details, and because we track your flight, you never need to call in a delay yourself. Round-trip bookings lock in your departure pickup at the same time, which is worth doing given how far Mayakoba sits from the airport compared with closer routes.
Frequently asked questions
Is North Playa del Carmen basically Mayakoba for this transfer route?
For the hotels listed on this page, yes. Mayakoba is the large gated resort complex that defines this northern part of Playa del Carmen. Use the specific resort name when booking, because the four hotels share the broader development but not one common lobby.
Do Fairmont, Rosewood, Alila, and Banyan Tree use the same Mayakoba entrance?
They use the same main Mayakoba gate from Highway 307, then branch onto different internal roads. The airport vehicle continues beyond security to the correct resort arrival area, so the hotel name must stay on the reservation rather than treating the shared gate as the final destination.
My older reservation says Andaz Mayakoba. What name should I use now?
Use Alila Mayakoba as the current property name and add a note if the confirmation was originally issued under Andaz Mayakoba. The physical location inside Mayakoba remains the same, but the current name helps avoid confusion with older travel records or search results.
Should golfers list club bags separately from ordinary luggage?
Yes. Golf bags use substantially more cargo space than a normal suitcase. Include the number of club bags, checked cases, strollers, or other oversized items when booking so the vehicle is selected for the actual load as well as the passenger count.
