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$455+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Ixtapa (ZIH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ZIH
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$455
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$969
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/166:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops11h 50mDelta
Wed 7/238:37 amZIH - SMF
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/28$455
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/136:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/203:06 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/166:00 amSMF - ZIH
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/231:51 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops20h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$499
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/1212:29 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops17h 21mAeromexico
Sun 7/208:37 amZIH - SMF
2 stops15h 12mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$570
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 10/186:00 amSMF - ZIH
1 stop7h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/254:35 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops18h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$7,215

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/23

8:37 am-11:57 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$455

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/13

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 7/20

3:06 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$494

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/23

1:51 pm-9:19 am

2 stops20h 28m

$499

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

12:29 am-6:50 pm

2 stops17h 21m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 7/20

8:37 am-10:49 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$570

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/18

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 10/25

4:35 pm-9:48 am

2 stops18h 13m

$7,215

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Ixtapa in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Sacramento-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Ixtapa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 April 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Ixtapa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 April 30, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,698 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Currently priced at $455, Delta will fly you from Sacramento to Ixtapa and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Aeromexico - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $499 and $570, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Sacramento 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$440Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$456Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$511Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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