Ixtapa

$139+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
Mar 13 — Mar 201
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/910:26 pm
SFO
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ZIH
1 stop14h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/144:57 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$323
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
Nonstop4h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/193:24 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$329
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1012:47 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop24h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/183:24 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$339
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
Nonstop4h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/212:55 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop9h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/910:26 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop14h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 3/133:25 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$353
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1012:47 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop24h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 3/133:25 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1110:35 am
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop26h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/183:24 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop7h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/144:57 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$373
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
Nonstop4h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 3/203:24 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop32h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$377
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 4/611:55 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop17h 15m
Aeromexico
Wed 4/811:42 am
ZIH
-
SFO
2 stops23h 33m
Aeromexico
Deal found 2/7$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Sat 2/2811:27 am
SFO
-
ZIH
2 stops21h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/75:57 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$396
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:55 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop9h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/1411:42 am
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop11h 43m
Delta
Deal found 2/9$399

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(Travelocity)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$471

Good round-trip deal

$410 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flights.
From San Francisco to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

9:00 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/21

2:55 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$349

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/14

4:57 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$373

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

11:19 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop16h 41m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 8/11

7:59 pm-11:11 am

2 stops16h 12m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 5/13

11:42 am-10:25 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

11:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop10h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 5/14

11:42 am-10:25 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

11:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop10h 12m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 5/13

11:42 am-10:25 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 3/12

3:25 pm-7:31 am

1 stop17h 06m

$403

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

11:55 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 4/9

7:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops15h 55m

$409

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

7:04 am-7:00 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 8/11

3:47 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$409

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

11:55 pm-10:45 am

1 stop9h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/2

11:55 am-11:35 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$409

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Ixtapa in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Francisco-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Ixtapa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ixtapa from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 SFO to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 11, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco 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 February 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco 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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

    For as low as $349, Alaska Airlines can have you in Ixtapa from San Francisco in 4h 15m. The distance between San Francisco and Ixtapa is about 1875 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa round-trip from $199. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $290, and Alaska Airlines, from $374. Aeromexico is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa? While on average our users pay $465, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $335. The most popular route (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), is priced around $329.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Ixtapa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$199Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$290Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$374Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$416Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$485Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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