$158 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ixtapa (ZIH)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa (SFO-ZIH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $158 for one-way flights and $358 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$358 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $358 found 19 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 16
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$359 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $359 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$363 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $363 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 27
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$370 Roundtrip, just found
$370
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $370 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$371 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$371
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $371 found 5 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 17
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$371 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$371
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $371 found 13 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 25
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$375 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$375
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $375 found 18 hours ago
Aeromexico
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 29
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$378 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $378 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$386 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $386 found 6 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 27
SFO
San Francisco
ZIH
Ixtapa
$460 Roundtrip, just found
$460
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Francisco to Ixtapa, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $460 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Ixtapa (ZIH)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $328 - $728 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Ixtapa

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. ZIH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $491
ZIH
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $491
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ixtapa (ZIH)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$357
Distance
1875 mi

San Francisco to Ixtapa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Ixtapa

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Ixtapa: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Ixtapa

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Ixtapa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $158 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Ixtapa flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Ixtapa airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SFO to ZIH by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to ZIH?
The cheapest flights from SFO to ZIH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
When jetting out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can jump on a direct flight to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to ZIH?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SFO to ZIH. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
On average, you can choose from 1 direct flights every week from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH). To broaden your travel options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search results to show one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
Flights between SFO and ZIH are busiest at 7 AM. For a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to ZIH?
If you depart on a Saturday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
The earliest flight jetting off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 7:00AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll reach Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) at approximately 1:08PM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 4h 8m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
Flights from SFO to ZIH have an average travel time of 4 hours and 8 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,900 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Explore your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH). This is the only Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SFO to ZIH right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to ZIH flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SFO to ZIH flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your SFO to ZIH flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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