Ixtapa

$179+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Ixtapa (ZIH)

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SJC — ZIH
Jan 31 — Feb 71
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Ixtapa

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 1, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/317:23 pmSJC - ZIH
1 stop17h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/64:14 pmZIH - SJC
2 stops19h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,193
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/317:23 pmSJC - ZIH
1 stop17h 41mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/24:14 pmZIH - SJC
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,494
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/317:23 pmSJC - ZIH
1 stop17h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/44:14 pmZIH - SJC
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,694
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/315:57 pmSJC - ZIH
2 stops19h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/54:14 pmZIH - SJC
2 stops19h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$2,161
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/315:40 pmSJC - ZIH
2 stops23h 37mAeromexico
Sun 1/49:11 amZIH - SJC
2 stops31h 41mAeromexico
Deal found 12/31$2,757

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$543
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$179
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$549
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
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From San Jose to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
One-way flight from San Jose to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Ixtapa

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San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Fri 2/13

11:30 am-11:00 am

2 stops21h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 2/18

11:40 am-9:50 am

2 stops24h 10m

$543

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Wed 1/28

3:36 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops21h 31m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 2/1

4:19 pm-9:16 am

2 stops18h 57m

$661

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Tue 2/10

4:00 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops18h 51m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 2/15

1:59 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$726

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Wed 2/11

8:40 am-12:51 pm

2 stops26h 11m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 2/15

1:59 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$726

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Fri 2/13

7:15 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 2/18

3:39 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop23h 38m

$812

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Fri 2/13

8:05 pm-4:47 pm

3 stops18h 42m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 2/18

4:27 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$924

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Tue 2/17

11:30 am-10:13 am

2 stops20h 43m

$179

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Tue 2/17

2:26 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop22h 18m

$233

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-11:00 am

3 stops26h 00m

$235

San JoseIxtapa

SJC - ZIH

SJCZIH

San Jose

Fri 1/16

4:00 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$349

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Deals found on 12/31

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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 Jose to Ixtapa in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Jose, California-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Jose, California-Ixtapa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Ixtapa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from San Jose, California 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose, California to Ixtapa?

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 January 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from San Jose to Ixtapa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

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  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Ixtapa?

    Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Ixtapa in just under 18h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 06m. The distance from San Jose, California to Ixtapa is about 1844 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose, California to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose, California to Ixtapa is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $476 on this airline. This flight start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Ixtapa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from San Jose, California 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 airline flying from San Jose to Ixtapa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$476Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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