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$363+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 2/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ZIH
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$537
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$363
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,081
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:21 pm
HOU
-
ZIH
1 stop21h 13m
American Airlines
Wed 3/43:39 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop20h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$552
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/138:16 pm
HOU
-
ZIH
2 stops19h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 2/162:14 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop21h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$583
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:00 am
HOU
-
ZIH
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 11/82:10 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 2/128:16 pm
HOU
-
ZIH
1 stop17h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 2/162:14 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$729
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/126:00 am
HOU
-
ZIH
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Thu 1/152:40 pm
ZIH
-
HOU
1 stop8h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,002

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Ixtapa that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

4:21 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 3/4

3:39 pm-11:48 am

1 stop20h 09m

$552

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/13

8:16 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops19h 24m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 2/16

2:14 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop25h 37m

$582

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/3

8:20 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 4/6

1:14 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$586

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/27

8:20 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 3/30

1:14 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$586

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 3/2

2:14 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$622

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 2/23

2:14 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$636

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/12

8:16 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop17h 18m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 2/16

2:14 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$729

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/13

8:16 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops19h 24m

$373

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/7

4:21 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop20h 13m

$423

HoustonIxtapa

HOU - ZIH

HOUZIH

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/6

8:20 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$474

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby 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
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-Ixtapa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,114 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby per day. 2 airlines have flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Houston Hobby on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Ixtapa?

    A quick flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Ixtapa can take about 21h 13m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $552. There are 919 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Ixtapa.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Ixtapa, with prices starting at $534. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $702 round trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Hobby to Ixtapa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$702Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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