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$239+ Cheap flights from Houston to Ixtapa (ZIH)

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HOU — ZIH
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Ixtapa

Cheapest flights from Houston to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:36 pmIAH - ZIH
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/412:46 pmZIH - IAH
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$997
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amIAH - ZIH
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/43:30 pmZIH - IAH
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,018
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:40 amHOU - ZIH
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/43:30 pmZIH - HOU
2 stops18h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:59 amIAH - ZIH
Nonstop2h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/41:59 pmZIH - IAH
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,544
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:36 pmIAH - ZIH
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/31:49 pmZIH - IAH
2 stops41h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:59 amIAH - ZIH
Nonstop2h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/31:59 pmZIH - IAH
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,679
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:35 pmIAH - ZIH
1 stop12h 51mDelta
Sat 1/38:31 amZIH - IAH
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/26$2,018
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:28 pmIAH - ZIH
2 stops19h 36mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/37:26 pmZIH - IAH
2 stops21h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/26$2,330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:16 pmHOU - ZIH
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/31:48 pmZIH - HOU
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$2,532

Find flight deals from Houston to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$391
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$239
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$970
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Ixtapa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/16

10:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 1/20

12:37 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$391

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/16

10:48 am-11:00 am

2 stops24h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 1/27

12:37 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$393

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/22

10:35 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 1/25

11:53 am-6:38 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$555

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/16

9:59 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 1/27

1:59 pm-4:32 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$575

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/22

5:55 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 1/25

4:19 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 36m

$583

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/22

8:09 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 26m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 2/26

1:58 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$585

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/8

8:09 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 26m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 2/11

2:03 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$585

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

10:35 am-6:17 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 1/23

12:58 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$635

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/10

5:04 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops47h 23m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 2/13

3:25 pm-10:01 am

2 stops18h 36m

$1,727

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/6

4:49 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$239

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Deals found on 12/26

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Ixtapa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Ixtapa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Ixtapa (average of $345). Flying from Houston to Ixtapa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $566). 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 HOU to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 December 28, 2025.

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

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 December 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston to Ixtapa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,113 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ixtapa from Houston?

    For a flight from Houston 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 Houston per day. 3 airlines have flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Ixtapa?

    Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Houston to Ixtapa in just under 2h 52m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 20m. The distance from Houston to Ixtapa is about 938 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to Ixtapa round-trip from $520. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $522, and American Airlines, from $702. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Ixtapa (average of $345). Flying from Houston to Ixtapa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $566). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Ixtapa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$520Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$530Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$702Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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