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$278+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Zihuatanejo, Mexico

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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ZIH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Zihuatanejo are usually found in September or October, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Zihuatanejo

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

Round-trip from

$382
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$278
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$630
From Chicago (CHI) to Zihuatanejo
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Zihuatanejo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/197:25 amORD - ZIH
1 stop8h 32mVolaris
Tue 9/24:23 pmZIH - ORD
1 stop12h 19mVolaris
Deal found 6/11$382
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/201:40 amORD - ZIH
1 stop8h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/27:50 pmZIH - ORD
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$449
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/241:40 amORD - ZIH
1 stop11h 15mViva
Sat 8/307:50 pmZIH - ORD
1 stop14h 05mViva
Deal found 6/11$453
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/182:00 amORD - ZIH
1 stop11h 13mDelta
Tue 9/22:23 pmZIH - ORD
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/11$545
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:05 pmORD - ZIH
1 stop16h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/42:20 pmZIH - ORD
1 stop17h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:45 amORD - ZIH
2 stops12h 50mAeromexico
Tue 9/22:23 pmZIH - ORD
1 stop9h 06mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$619
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:00 amMDW - ZIH
2 stops15h 08mAeromexico
Wed 9/172:23 pmZIH - MDW
2 stops30h 21mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$849
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.
Wed 9/108:39 pmMDW - ZIH
2 stops19h 18mVolaris
Wed 9/173:06 pmZIH - MDW
3 stops24h 31mVolaris
Deal found 6/10$942

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo 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.
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ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

7:25 am-2:57 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/2

4:23 pm-5:42 am

1 stop12h 19m

$382

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

1:40 am-8:57 am

1 stop8h 17m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/2

7:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$449

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

1:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop11h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 8/30

7:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop14h 05m

$453

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

2:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/2

2:23 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 06m

$545

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

10:05 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 11/4

2:20 pm-7:23 am

1 stop17h 03m

$559

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

5:45 am-5:35 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/2

2:23 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 06m

$619

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-8:08 pm

2 stops15h 08m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 9/17

2:23 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$849

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

8:39 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops19h 18m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 9/17

3:06 pm-4:37 pm

3 stops24h 31m

$942

ChicagoIxtapa

ORD - ZIH

ORDZIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

7:22 am-2:24 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$278

ChicagoIxtapa

MDW - ZIH

MDWZIH

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/26

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$322

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Deals found on 6/11

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Zihuatanejo

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Zihuatanejo?

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo is 42 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 Chicago to Zihuatanejo?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zihuatanejo (average of $544). Flying from Chicago to Zihuatanejo 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 CHI to Z1H?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Zihuatanejo. 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.

When flying from Chicago to Zihuatanejo, 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 Zihuatanejo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zihuatanejo. 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 Zihuatanejo. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico and American Airlines from Chicago to Zihuatanejo have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Viva
7.0
Good
788 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,170 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Zihuatanejo one-way?

    $278 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $322 and $473, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Zihuatanejo 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 Chicago to Zihuatanejo?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zihuatanejo (average of $544). Flying from Chicago to Zihuatanejo 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Zihuatanejo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Zihuatanejo. 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
VolarisCheapest$308Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$411Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$560Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$626Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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