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$84+ Cheap flights from California 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZIH
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Ixtapa

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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$527

Good round-trip deal

$428 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/289:10 amTIJ - ZIH
Nonstop3h 09mVolaris
Thu 6/59:50 amZIH - TIJ
Nonstop3h 13mVolaris
Deal found 4/26$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 5/2912:55 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop15h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/69:50 amZIH - TIJ
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$186
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.
Mon 5/1910:09 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop27h 49mAeromexico
Fri 5/237:57 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop24h 26mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$210
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:05 amTIJ - ZIH
1 stop12h 00mViva
Mon 8/2512:30 pmZIH - TIJ
1 stop6h 30mViva
Deal found 4/28$213
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.
Sun 10/1912:10 pmLAX - ZIH
1 stop6h 58mAeromexico
Wed 10/2912:26 pmZIH - LAX
2 stops12h 25mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$332
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/169:52 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/204:03 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop7h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 6/159:10 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Thu 6/193:47 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/27$345
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/169:52 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/233:46 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$348
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:37 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop13h 20mVolaris
Tue 10/2810:52 amZIH - LAX
1 stop13h 03mVolaris
Deal found 4/28$377
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/410:00 amLAX - ZIH
Nonstop3h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 6/183:46 pmZIH - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/27$379
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.
Sat 6/216:10 amLAX - ZIH
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/253:23 pmZIH - LAX
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$403
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/266:00 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop7h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/23:40 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/27$435

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Wed 5/28

9:10 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 6/5

9:50 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$155

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 5/29

12:55 am-5:09 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 6/6

9:50 am-11:27 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$186

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Mon 5/19

10:09 am-2:58 pm

1 stop27h 49m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 5/23

7:57 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop24h 26m

$210

TijuanaIxtapa

TIJ - ZIH

TIJZIH

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 8/21

6:05 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 8/25

12:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$213

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

9:52 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 6/20

4:03 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$339

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Sun 6/15

9:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 6/19

3:47 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$345

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

9:52 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 6/23

3:46 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$348

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

6:51 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 6/18

3:47 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$363

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

10:00 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 6/18

3:46 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$379

Los AngelesIxtapa

LAX - ZIH

LAXZIH

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

2:55 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops23h 02m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 6/23

4:03 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$384

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Best time to book a flight from California to Ixtapa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 29, 2025.

When flying from California 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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from California 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
1,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 airport do you fly into for flights to Ixtapa from California?

    Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Ixtapa. It is only a 9.3 mi journey from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH) to Ixtapa’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Ixtapa flight route?

    Flights from California to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl have been viewed 7 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Ixtapa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from Viva and Aeromexico, as they are both options that can get you from California to Ixtapa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Ixtapa?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl, San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl or Tijuana Rodriguez - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Ixtapa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to Ixtapa on time: Alaska Airlines (92%), Hawaiian Airlines (89%), American Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Ixtapa?

    On average you can expect to pay $324 for a flight from California to Ixtapa. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl) is currently priced at $314.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from California 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 7 airlines flying from California to Ixtapa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$308Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
VolarisCheapest$322Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$330Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$440Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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