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$148+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo are usually found in September or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

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

Round-trip from

$429
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

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September

Average price

$544
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:05 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1012:59 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$429
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.
Tue 3/186:10 amSFO - ZIH
2 stops11h 24mAeromexico
Wed 3/191:09 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 20mAeromexico
Deal found 1/20$468
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.
Thu 4/107:07 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 54mDelta
Thu 4/172:59 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 1/20$474
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:00 amSFO - ZIH
Nonstop4h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/85:21 pmZIH - SFO
Nonstop4h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$477
This American 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 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
Wed 2/263:20 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$490
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.
Wed 3/1211:59 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/2212:59 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$578

Find flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo within your budget

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

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San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

11:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 3/10

12:59 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$429

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 3/18

6:10 am-6:34 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 3/19

1:09 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$468

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

7:07 am-7:01 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 4/18

2:59 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$474

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:00 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/8

5:21 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

$477

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

6:04 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 2/25

3:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$490

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

11:59 pm-11:51 am

1 stop10h 52m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/22

12:59 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$578

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 2/6

7:00 pm-6:00 pm

3 stops45h 00m

$148

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

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

11:54 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico and Delta from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,849 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,984 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo. 5 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Zihuatanejo per day.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $171 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $176 and Aeromexico from $249 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Zihuatanejo that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$379Average$619FlexibilityNo 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$483Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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