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$138+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZIH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Ixtapa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Ixtapa flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$291
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$168
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458
From Irvine to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/2010:25 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/274:19 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/107:21 amZIH - LAX
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/10$325
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/99:52 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/133:46 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/1212:56 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop9h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2012:40 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$365
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/2611:59 pmLAX - ZIH
1 stop17h 04mVolaris
Fri 8/295:38 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop6h 04mVolaris
Deal found 6/10$368
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/2612:24 pmLAX - ZIH
2 stops25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/295:38 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/166:10 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/233:23 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$391
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:04 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop9h 31mAeromexico
Wed 8/131:15 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop10h 13mAeromexico
Deal found 6/11$394

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

10:25 am-3:09 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 8/27

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

7:21 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$325

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

9:52 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 8/13

3:46 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$339

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

12:56 am-11:49 am

1 stop9h 53m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 9/20

12:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$365

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

11:59 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop17h 04m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 8/29

5:38 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$368

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

12:24 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops25h 33m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 8/29

5:38 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$375

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

6:10 am-2:31 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/23

3:23 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$391

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

7:04 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 8/13

1:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$394

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

12:10 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$138

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

9:52 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$169

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/10

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Ixtapa

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Ixtapa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Ixtapa is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Ixtapa (average of $544). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine 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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Irvine 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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Ixtapa. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Ixtapa airport from Irvine. It is only a 9.3 mi journey from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) to Ixtapa’s city center.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Ixtapa flight route?

    This flight path from Irvine to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl was viewed by 7 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Ixtapa are Delta ($168), Hawaiian Airlines ($169), and American Airlines ($173).

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

    Consider Alaska Airlines (97%), American Airlines (95%) or Hawaiian Airlines (95%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Ixtapa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Ixtapa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl) can be booked for $291 on average our data indicates $369 when flying from Irvine to Ixtapa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Ixtapa (average of $544). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Ixtapa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$205Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$308Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
VolarisCheapest$322Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$335Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$336Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$527Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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