Ixtapa

$85+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa (ZIH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ZIH
abr. 11 — abr. 181
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Ixtapa

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 12, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/122:19 am
ORD
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ZIH
1 stop10h 36m
Volaris
sáb. 5/234:23 pm
ZIH
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ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/11$277
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/142:35 am
ORD
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ZIH
1 stop10h 20m
Volaris
sáb. 4/254:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 3/10$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/107:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
lun. 4/1312:26 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop11h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/11$314
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/197:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
mar. 6/164:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/9$323
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/157:35 am
ORD
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ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
mié. 4/294:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 3/7$329
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/207:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
lun. 4/274:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/7$330
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/246:24 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop10h 25m
Volaris
vie. 5/14:24 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop11h 30m
Volaris
Deal found 3/10$332
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/52:19 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop10h 36m
Volaris
sáb. 5/164:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/7$339
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/87:35 am
ORD
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ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
sáb. 4/184:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 3/9$345
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/312:35 am
ORD
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ZIH
1 stop10h 20m
Volaris
mié. 4/84:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 3/11$353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/38:23 pm
MDW
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ZIH
1 stop16h 32m
Volaris
sáb. 5/301:00 pm
ZIH
-
MDW
3 stops29h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/10$609
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/216:00 am
MDW
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ZIH
2 stops14h 00m
Aeromexico
jue. 9/247:59 pm
ZIH
-
MDW
2 stops24h 47m
Aeromexico
Deal found 3/8$610

Find flight deals from Chicago to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa (ZIH). 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 marzo 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$85
(CheapOair)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$544
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/23

7:21 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop19h 58m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

jue. 4/30

11:35 am-12:45 am

2 stops12h 10m

$530
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/11

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 8/1

4:23 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$566

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/19

7:35 am-11:55 am

3 stops29h 20m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

mar. 6/16

12:36 pm-12:09 pm

3 stops22h 33m

$577

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/3

8:23 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 32m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 5/30

1:00 pm-7:04 pm

3 stops29h 04m

$609

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/1

1:35 pm-7:51 am

2 stops19h 16m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

mié. 4/8

11:43 am-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 17m

$611

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/14

2:00 am-6:15 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

mié. 4/29

11:42 am-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$636

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/6

1:45 pm-11:07 am

2 stops22h 22m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 5/16

11:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop11h 20m

$661

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/26

2:05 am-10:13 am

1 stop9h 08m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 4/4

11:20 am-12:55 am

2 stops12h 35m

$674

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/10

6:23 am-6:25 pm

2 stops13h 02m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 5/23

7:10 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$675

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/11

7:01 am-5:00 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

sáb. 8/1

3:47 pm-11:42 am

2 stops18h 55m

$686

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Ixtapa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Ixtapa in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Ixtapa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Ixtapa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa (average of $270). Flying from Chicago to Ixtapa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $632). 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 CHI to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Ixtapa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 12, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to Ixtapa as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Ixtapa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Ixtapa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ixtapa. 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 Ixtapa. Reviews last updated marzo 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Ixtapa 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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Ixtapa. 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 into for flights to Ixtapa from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa, you will be flying into Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) is just 9.3 mi from the center of the city. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl is the only Ixtapa airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Ixtapa?

    Departing from Chicago to Ixtapa will take you 9h 12m. The distance from Chicago to Ixtapa is about 1863 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Ixtapa is Volaris. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $270 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $271 and $423 round-trip. Users have found that Volaris is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Ixtapa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $117. Users have also found prices from $272 and $272 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Ixtapa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Ixtapa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Ixtapa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Ixtapa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Ixtapa 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 Chicago to Ixtapa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa (average of $270). Flying from Chicago to Ixtapa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $632). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Ixtapa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Ixtapa. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$270Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$271Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$542Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$559Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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