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$145+ 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ZIH
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 26, 2026.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Tue 9/154:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/25$362
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 9/207:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Sun 9/274:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 7/24$381
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sun 9/67:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Fri 9/114:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 7/22$382
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 9/197:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Sat 9/264:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Volaris
Deal found 7/24$386
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sun 9/67:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Sun 9/134:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/22$387
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 9/37:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Tue 9/84:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/22$389
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Sat 10/174:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/21$391
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 8/207:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Tue 8/254:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/22$394
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 9/307:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Mon 10/512:26 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop11h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/24$395
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 10/107:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Sun 10/184:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/23$396
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:35 am
ORD
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 12m
Volaris
Thu 8/274:23 pm
ZIH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Volaris
Deal found 7/22$401
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/208:23 pm
MDW
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ZIH
1 stop16h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/2711:25 am
ZIH
-
MDW
2 stops53h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$528

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 July 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$362
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$145
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$460
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 July 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/15

4:23 pm-5:52 am

1 stop12h 29m

$362
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 9/27

4:23 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$381

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 9/11

4:23 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$382

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 10/25

11:39 am-11:13 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$407

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

2:53 am-11:41 am

1 stop9h 48m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 8/25

4:23 pm-5:52 am

1 stop12h 29m

$410

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/20

1:49 pm-11:41 am

1 stop22h 52m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 8/27

11:30 am-12:55 am

2 stops12h 25m

$417

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

12:30 pm-11:41 am

1 stop24h 11m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 9/13

11:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 34m

$419

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

7:35 am-3:47 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 10/17

4:23 pm-5:52 am

1 stop12h 29m

$429

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

7:35 am-11:41 am

3 stops29h 06m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 9/19

4:23 pm-5:52 am

1 stop12h 29m

$512

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/20

8:23 pm-11:41 am

1 stop16h 18m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 9/27

11:25 am-6:05 pm

2 stops53h 40m

$528

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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 July.
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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ixtapa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa (average of $400). Flying from Chicago to Ixtapa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $796). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Ixtapa flights typically cost between $406 and $472 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $362 on Volaris (Sep 8-Sep 15).

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 July 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andVolaris 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,036 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,153 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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. 3 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.

  • 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 $207 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Aeromexico and United Airlines, starting at $580 and $594 round-trip. Users have found that Volaris is 65% 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 $253 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ixtapa (average of $400). Flying from Chicago to Ixtapa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $796). 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 Chicago to Ixtapa

Discover the top 3 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$207Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$580Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$594Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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