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$180+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ZIH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$463
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$180
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$718
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 2/188:32 pmSMF - ZIH
1 stop10h 48mVolaris
Sat 2/2210:52 amZIH - SMF
1 stop10h 04mVolaris
Deal found 1/21$463
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/171:07 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops30h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/2210:52 amZIH - SMF
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$469
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/512:30 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops15h 54mAeromexico
Thu 3/1312:34 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops11h 10mAeromexico
Deal found 1/20$521
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 9/76:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops13h 08mDelta
Sun 9/147:21 amZIH - SMF
2 stops10h 04mDelta
Deal found 1/20$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/256:05 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops18h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/302:47 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops19h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$590
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:00 pmSMF - ZIH
3 stops42h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/1312:59 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$725

Find flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

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SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/18

8:32 pm-9:20 am

1 stop10h 48m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 2/22

10:52 am-6:56 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$463

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/17

1:07 am-9:20 am

2 stops30h 13m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 2/22

10:52 am-6:56 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$469

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

12:30 am-6:24 pm

2 stops15h 54m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 3/13

12:34 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$521

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/25

6:05 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sun 3/30

2:47 pm-9:25 am

2 stops19h 38m

$590

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops10h 34m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 2/21

12:40 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops11h 57m

$595

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/6

4:00 pm-12:51 pm

3 stops42h 51m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 3/13

12:59 pm-6:09 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$725

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/24

1:07 am-9:20 am

2 stops30h 13m

$180

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

8:32 pm-9:20 am

1 stop10h 48m

$209

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$221

SacramentoIxtapa

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/24

12:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$391

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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 Sacramento to Ixtapa in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Sacramento-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-Ixtapa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $644). 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 SMF to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 January 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Ixtapa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 21, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,249 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $463, Volaris will fly you from Sacramento to Ixtapa and back. In addition to Volaris, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Aeromexico and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $521 and $590, respectively. Users have found that Volaris is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $209 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $221 and $391, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $644). 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 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$440Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$511Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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