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$79+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZIH
Jan 1 — Jan 81
Thu 1/1
Thu 1/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Ixtapa

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 December 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:26 pmTIJ - ZIH
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/811:40 amZIH - TIJ
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$252
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/159:30 pmTIJ - ZIH
1 stop11h 43mVolaris
Thu 12/181:49 pmZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 29mVolaris
Deal found 12/1$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:26 pmTIJ - ZIH
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/74:35 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/76:00 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2112:46 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$299
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Tue 12/91:50 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop8h 25mVolaris
Thu 12/181:49 pmZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 29mVolaris
Deal found 11/29$318
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/61:50 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop8h 25mVolaris
Sun 12/2112:46 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop11h 13mVolaris
Deal found 12/1$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/106:00 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1811:40 amZIH - TIJ
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/2311:47 pmTIJ - ZIH
1 stop10h 28mVolaris
Fri 12/261:56 pmZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 29mVolaris
Deal found 11/30$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/246:00 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/261:56 pmZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$351
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Mon 12/19:32 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:46 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Sun 11/309:32 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/94:17 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/29$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/92:25 pmLAS - ZIH
1 stop18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1611:40 amZIH - LAS
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$456

Find flight deals from California to Ixtapa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Ixtapa flight deals. Data was last updated December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$598

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$241 or less
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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 December 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 1/15

8:01 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 1/22

1:49 pm-3:18 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$144

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 1/15

6:28 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 1/22

6:33 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop25h 04m

$156

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 1/29

11:47 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/10

12:37 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$156

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 1/31

9:30 pm-9:13 am

1 stop9h 43m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 2/7

12:37 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$166

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 2/28

8:01 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/7

1:49 pm-3:18 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$166

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 1/30

1:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 2/7

11:40 am-11:05 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$193

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Mon 2/9

1:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/17

11:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$206

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Wed 4/1

4:14 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 46m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 4/3

3:47 pm-10:06 am

1 stop19h 19m

$215

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 2/10

6:24 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop21h 33m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/17

12:58 pm-10:23 am

1 stop23h 25m

$231

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

7:30 am-3:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 2/9

4:19 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$319

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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 $199). Flying from California to Ixtapa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 December 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Ixtapa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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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 10 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Ixtapa?

    For as low as $144, Volaris can have you in Ixtapa from California in 3h 12m. California and Ixtapa are separated by a distance of 1413 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $128. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Volaris, 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 San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl, Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl or Oakland - 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: Hawaiian Airlines (96%), Alaska Airlines (96%), American Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Ixtapa?

    On average you can expect to pay $667 for a flight from California to Ixtapa. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl) is currently priced at $325.

  • 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 $199). Flying from California to Ixtapa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$149Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$308Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$322Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$336Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$342Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$486Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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