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$178+ 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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo are usually found in January or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Zihuatanejo flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

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AranGrant
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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$483
(Delta)

One-way from

$178
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$601
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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 April 17, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 11/86:00 amSFO - ZIH
2 stops11h 43mAeromexico
Thu 11/1312:26 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mAeromexico
Deal found 4/16$465
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 8/127:04 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Tue 8/197:21 amZIH - SFO
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/16$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 6/96:00 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop7h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/163:46 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop17h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/64:28 pmSFO - ZIH
2 stops18h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/134:30 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$494
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:00 amSFO - ZIH
Nonstop4h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 12/64:07 pmZIH - SFO
Nonstop4h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$513
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/211:20 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/37:15 pmZIH - SFO
3 stops26h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$649
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 4/1812:43 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1212:40 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$704

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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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Zihuatanejo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

6:00 am-8:08 pm

2 stops13h 08m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 9/30

2:23 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$468

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

7:04 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 8/19

7:21 am-2:21 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$472

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 6/16

3:46 pm-8:29 am

1 stop17h 43m

$492

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

6:45 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops17h 23m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 7/19

1:51 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$494

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

8:59 pm-2:27 pm

1 stop16h 28m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/17

3:40 pm-7:31 am

1 stop16h 51m

$621

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

11:20 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop14h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/3

7:15 pm-8:27 pm

3 stops26h 12m

$649

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:43 am-11:49 am

1 stop10h 06m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/24

12:40 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$817

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

6:35 am-5:09 pm

3 stops33h 34m

$178

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

6:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$246

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

8:30 pm-2:27 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo

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 April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo, you should look to book at least 27 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 $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 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 April 17, 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.

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 April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines 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
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
1,699 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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 $246 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $255 and Aeromexico from $791 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Zihuatanejo is $472. On average you can expect to pay $586. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), can usually be booked for $421.

  • 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 $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 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$381Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$416Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$483Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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