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$142+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ZIH
Mar 22 — Mar 291
Sun 3/22
Sun 3/29
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 February 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/178:36 pm
IAH
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ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2411:40 am
ZIH
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IAH
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$366
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/178:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Volaris
Tue 3/2412:37 pm
ZIH
-
IAH
1 stop5h 19m
Volaris
Deal found 2/17$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/258:36 pm
IAH
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ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/3011:40 am
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$403
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/47:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:40 am
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/47:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/911:40 am
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/1810:48 am
IAH
-
ZIH
2 stops25h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/2512:37 pm
ZIH
-
IAH
1 stop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/77:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:40 am
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$424
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/268:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/3011:40 am
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$426
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/188:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Volaris
Wed 3/2512:37 pm
ZIH
-
IAH
1 stop5h 19m
Volaris
Deal found 2/18$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Tue 2/177:36 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/2412:37 pm
ZIH
-
IAH
1 stop20h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$429
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/88:40 pm
IAH
-
ZIH
1 stop20h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/124:35 pm
ZIH
-
IAH
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 3/1710:14 am
HOU
-
ZIH
1 stop28h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 3/241:14 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop19h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$589

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 February 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$366
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$557
From Houston to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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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 February 20, 2026.
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

Tue 3/17

8:36 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 3/24

11:40 am-8:25 am

2 stops19h 45m

$366

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

8:36 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 3/24

12:37 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$397

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/26

8:36 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 3/30

11:40 am-10:20 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$426

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

4:45 pm-10:55 am

2 stops19h 10m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/9

4:38 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 57m

$428

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

8:40 pm-3:52 pm

1 stop20h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 4/12

4:35 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$441

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/3

12:05 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 4/6

4:38 pm-10:26 am

2 stops16h 48m

$464

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/5

7:36 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/7

11:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$488

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

8:40 pm-11:56 am

2 stops16h 16m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/9

1:05 pm-10:26 am

2 stops20h 21m

$493

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/9

8:40 pm-11:56 am

2 stops16h 16m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 4/12

12:49 pm-7:10 pm

3 stops29h 21m

$495

HoustonIxtapa

IAH - ZIH

IAHZIH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/8

8:36 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 3/12

11:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$498

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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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 February 20, 2026.

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.

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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 February 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 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. 1 airline has flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Ixtapa?

    Volaris and American Airlines can get you from Houston to Ixtapa in just under 14h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 53m. The distance from Houston to Ixtapa is about 938 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Houston to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to Ixtapa round-trip from $522. This flight start at 31% 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 airline flying from Houston to Ixtapa

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United AirlinesCheapest$522Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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