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$121+ Cheap flights from California to Ixtapa (ZIH)

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LAX — ZIH
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Ixtapa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Ixtapa flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$121
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458

Good round-trip deal

$450 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
From California to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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Cheapest flights from California to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/298:01 amTIJ - ZIH
Nonstop3h 09mVolaris
Tue 12/21:49 pmZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 29mVolaris
Deal found 6/15$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 12/28:01 amTIJ - ZIH
Nonstop3h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/511:30 amZIH - TIJ
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$197
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 7/77:42 pmTIJ - ZIH
1 stop22h 25mAeromexico
Wed 7/91:15 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop12h 14mAeromexico
Deal found 6/15$216
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:25 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/104:19 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/16$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:04 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop11h 01mDelta
Wed 9/101:54 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/16$325
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Sat 9/135:45 amLAX - ZIH
2 stops13h 23mAeromexico
Wed 9/172:23 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop9h 06mAeromexico
Deal found 6/14$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 6/2610:40 amTIJ - ZIH
2 stops7h 30mViva
Fri 6/2712:30 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop12h 29mViva
Deal found 6/14$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 9/512:56 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop9h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/1312:40 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$365
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:37 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop13h 20mVolaris
Thu 10/1611:28 amZIH - LAX
1 stop11h 51mVolaris
Deal found 6/14$374
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 10/119:56 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/153:43 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/15$377
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/610:25 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/134:23 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop7h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 10/206:00 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop7h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/223:43 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/13$394

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 11/29

8:01 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 12/2

1:49 pm-3:18 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$165

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 12/2

8:01 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 12/5

11:30 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$197

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Mon 7/7

7:42 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/9

1:15 pm-12:29 am

1 stop12h 14m

$216

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

10:25 am-3:09 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 9/10

4:19 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$291

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

7:04 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 9/10

1:54 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$325

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

5:45 am-8:08 pm

2 stops13h 23m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 9/17

2:23 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$342

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 6/26

10:40 am-7:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 6/27

12:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$354

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

12:56 am-11:49 am

1 stop9h 53m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 9/13

12:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$365

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

12:37 am-2:57 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 10/16

11:28 am-10:19 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$374

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

9:56 am-2:33 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 10/15

3:43 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$377

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Best time to book a flight from California to Ixtapa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ixtapa (average of $544). Flying from California to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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 CA to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 June 16, 2025.

When flying from California to Ixtapa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from California to Ixtapa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,501 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,711 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Ixtapa. It is only a 9.3 mi journey from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) to Ixtapa’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Ixtapa flight route?

    Flights from California to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl have been viewed 7 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $121. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Ixtapa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Ixtapa?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl, San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl or Tijuana Rodriguez - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Ixtapa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to Ixtapa on time: Alaska Airlines (92%), American Airlines (84%), Hawaiian Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Ixtapa?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from California to Ixtapa. The cheapest flight overall is $144 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl) is currently priced at $291.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ixtapa (average of $544). Flying from California to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Ixtapa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$205Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$308Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
VolarisCheapest$322Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$335Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$337Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$440Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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