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$171+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Mon 1/27
Mon 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Salinas to Zihuatanejo are usually found in September or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Zihuatanejo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) to Zihuatanejo (Z1H). 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 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$475
(Delta)

One-way from

$171
(Alaska Airlines)

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September

Average price

$544
From Salinas to Zihuatanejo
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Zihuatanejo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Zihuatanejo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 22, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:10 amSFO - ZIH
2 stops11h 24mDelta
Tue 3/2512:49 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/21$475
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sat 3/87:00 amSFO - ZIH
Nonstop4h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/154:21 pmZIH - SFO
Nonstop4h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$477
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/211:05 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/113:32 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$484
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/224:09 pmSFO - ZIH
2 stops20h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/253:20 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$490
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/2111:59 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/281:59 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop19h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$566
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2311:05 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 50mAeromexico
Tue 2/251:09 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops22h 49mAeromexico
Deal found 1/21$671
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/41:55 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop24h 32mWestJet
Sat 4/124:15 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop21h 51mWestJet
Deal found 1/22$805
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/54:30 pmSFO - ZIH
2 stops19h 40mAir Canada
Sat 4/1212:50 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops24h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$898

Find flights from Salinas to Zihuatanejo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 January 22, 2025.

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San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 3/18

6:10 am-6:34 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 3/25

12:49 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$475

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

7:00 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/15

4:21 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

$477

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 3/2

11:05 pm-10:10 am

1 stop9h 05m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 3/11

3:32 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop22h 02m

$484

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

4:09 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops20h 08m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/25

3:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$490

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

11:59 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 2/28

1:59 pm-7:41 am

1 stop19h 42m

$566

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 2/23

11:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 50m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/25

1:09 pm-9:58 am

2 stops22h 49m

$671

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 4/4

1:55 pm-3:27 pm

1 stop24h 32m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 4/12

4:15 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$805

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

4:30 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 4/12

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$898

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

7:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$171

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

11:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 50m

$176

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Zihuatanejo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Zihuatanejo. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Zihuatanejo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Zihuatanejo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Zihuatanejo (average of $548). Flying from Salinas to Zihuatanejo 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 S9N to Z1H?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 January 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Zihuatanejo as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Zihuatanejo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Zihuatanejo. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Zihuatanejo 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 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 January 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines from Salinas to Zihuatanejo by reading reviews from past customers. 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
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,848 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $171. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Aeromexico, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Zihuatanejo for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Zihuatanejo?

    The cheapest flight price from Salinas to Zihuatanejo is $158. On average you can expect to pay $386. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), can usually be booked for $429.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Zihuatanejo (average of $548). Flying from Salinas to Zihuatanejo 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 5 airlines flying from Salinas to Zihuatanejo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$379Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AeromexicoCheapest$388Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$392Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$411Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$438Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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