But if you're on a week's vacation, you'll have to spend more per day because you don't have the time to search around for a new hotel or rental car. By traveling north from Tulum, it's possible to travel cheaply and seek out your own style. With so much open beach, there are many towns along the way. Some of the cheapest international flights from Texas and the eastern seaboard are to Cancun. Thousands of tourists arrive each month, so flights are always available.
Night flights are generally cheaper, as are last minute deals.
And never believe someone who tells you that you can't find a lower fare. Secure the return ticket to leave Cancun no earlier than noon, to avoid staying the night in an expensive Cancun hotel. Since there's only one main road up and down the coast, getting around is easy. The Playa Express is a local bus charging local prices. Dozens of busses run the length of 307 from early morning until late-night.