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$145+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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.
SFO — ZIH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$366
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$158
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$810
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/176:15 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/2210:50 amZIH - SFO
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$648
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/184:35 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop21h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/252:50 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$711
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/1710:37 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop26h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/224:16 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop7h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$754
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:33 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 37mAeromexico
Mon 1/67:05 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops15h 58mAeromexico
Deal found 12/16$1,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/306:50 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop16h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/61:59 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1612:25 amSFO - ZIH
2 stops16h 18mDelta
Wed 1/2212:46 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,253
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2711:22 pmSFO - ZIH
2 stops36h 58mAir Canada
Sun 1/53:25 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops30h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$2,443

Find flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

7:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 2/7

4:16 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$366

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

6:05 am-6:34 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/11

12:40 pm-12:14 am

2 stops13h 34m

$430

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

7:05 am-6:08 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 1/16

6:40 pm-10:04 am

3 stops41h 24m

$432

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

6:30 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops17h 47m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 2/21

3:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$459

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

11:59 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 1/18

3:05 pm-9:24 am

1 stop20h 19m

$475

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

10:42 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 1/14

12:46 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops27h 57m

$600

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

6:58 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops45h 07m

$145

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:00 am-1:08 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$158

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

11:59 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$163

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

11:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$168

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Ixtapa in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 San Francisco-Ixtapa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Ixtapa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Ixtapa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Ixtapa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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 SFO to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Ixtapa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Ixtapa flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco to Ixtapa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa round-trip from $366. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $430, and United Airlines, from $475. Alaska Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $158 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $163 and $168, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa? While on average our users pay $711, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $386. The most popular route (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), is priced around $378.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Ixtapa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$360Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$386Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AeromexicoCheapest$388Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$411Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$483Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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