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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa (MEX-ZIH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Mexico City to Ixtapa

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MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 09mdirect
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MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 09mdirect
Air France
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MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 09mdirect
LATAM Airlines
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Delta Logo
MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 09mdirect
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MEX-ZIH
1h 02mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 08mdirect
Iberia
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MEX-ZIH
1h 02mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 07mdirect
Volaris
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MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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ZIH-MEX
1h 09mdirect
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MEX-ZIH
1h 13mdirect
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Expert advice for your flight from Mexico City to Ixtapa

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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Volaris

Volaris offers priority boarding with Plus fare, ideal for quick boarding on short flights.


Volaris Basic fare includes a carry-on, often cheaper than Zero with add-ons for short trips.

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Aeromexico

Aeromexico's AM Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, enhancing comfort on short flights.


Aeromexico provides Wi-Fi on most 737 planes, ideal for staying connected during short flights.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Marisa Garcia

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialising in airline interiors and regulations. 10 years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel and business publications and on her site, FlightChic.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Mexico City to Ixtapa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa is February, where tickets cost £89 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £143 and £119 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Mexico City to Ixtapa, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.


Good to know - Cheap tickets from Mexico City to Ixtapa

Low seasonJune
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (37% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Mexico City to Ixtapa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa

  • What is the luggage allowance on Aeromexico flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    The luggage allowance on Aeromexico flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa varies depending on the fare type. Passengers flying on a Basic Fare are not allowed any free checked bags. Other fares, such as Classic, AM Plus, and Clase Premier, allow 1-2 free checked bags with a maximum weight limit of 50 lbs per bag. The carry-on baggage allowance is generally limited to 1 piece of carry-on baggage and 1 personal item per passenger.

  • What transit options are available from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to the city center?

    Taxi rides from the airport to the city center take around 10-15 minutes and cost approximately 170-250 MXN (15-25 USD) depending on the destination. Shuttle services are also available and can be booked in advance or at the airport. The duration and cost of shuttle services may vary depending on the service provider and destination. There are public buses and minivans available from ZIH to the city center. Mexico local minivans operate on-demand buses between the airport and Zihuatanejo, with tickets costing around 250 MXN (15 USD) and the journey taking 30 minutes.

  • What class travel options are available on Aeromexico flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    Aeromexico offers different fare types for its flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa. Passengers can choose from different fare types, such as Basic Economy, Classic, AM Plus, and Clase Premier, which differ in terms of included services, baggage allowances, and ticket flexibility.

  • What services are offered to economy class passengers on Aeromexico flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    Economy class passengers on Aeromexico flights are offered complimentary snacks and beverages throughout the flight. Passengers can also ask for a hot meal and in-flight entertainment options are also available, including movies, TV shows, and music. Wi-Fi service is available for purchase on select flights. Additionally, Aeromexico offers duty-free shopping service to all passengers on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Mexico City to Ixtapa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Mexico City and Ixtapa, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    There are direct flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ixtapa from Mexico City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Ixtapa with an airline and back to Mexico City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ixtapa from Mexico City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to Ixtapa

  • Volaris Airlines offers a range of services to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa. One of these services includes priority boarding, where passengers with reduced mobility are allowed to board the plane first to ensure they have a smooth boarding experience.
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the main hub for Aeromexico. Aeromexico operates VIP lounges at MEX, where eligible passengers can access complimentary food and beverages.
  • Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) serves several cities and towns near Ixtapa, Mexico, that can be accessed by car and public transport. These include Zihuatanejo, Coacoyul, San Jeronimito, Petatlan, La Union, and Tres Palos.
  • Aeromexico provides options for seat assignments that allow families to sit together at no extra cost, and also offers kids amenities like age-appropriate entertainment and refreshments on board flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa.
  • Volaris Airlines allows dogs and cats to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage on flights from Mexico City to Ixtapa. Pets must be at least 4 months old, vaccinated, and healthy, and must not be violent, pregnant, or deceased. The maximum weight of the pet and kennel should also not exceed 22 lbs for cabin travel and 99 lbs for checked baggage travel.

Prefer to fly direct from Mexico City to Ixtapa?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Monday

Aeromexico, Delta, KLM, +3 more

Aeromexico, Delta, +4 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Delta, KLM, +3 more

Aeromexico, Delta, +4 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +4 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +5 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Delta, KLM, +3 more

Aeromexico, Delta, +4 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Delta, Iberia, +4 more

Aeromexico, Delta, +5 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +4 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +5 more

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Direct returns

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air France, Delta, +5 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +6 more

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