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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Ixtapa (ZIH) from $454

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SMF — ZIH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Ixtapa (ZIH). 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 June 12, 2024.

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Average price

$771

Round-trip from

$552
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From Sacramento Intl to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 69% on the overall cost on flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 30 days in advance, which can save you up to 10% on flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 30 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $453. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $453.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Ixtapa from Sacramento. Users have commonly found prices around $584 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $326. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to ZIH?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Ixtapa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Sacramento to Ixtapa flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Ixtapa specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 12, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 6/256:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops12h 58mDelta
Wed 7/243:46 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops17h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/11$539
Tue 6/253:10 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops18h 44mAeromexico
Mon 7/223:46 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops26h 04mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$599
Tue 6/257:28 pmSMF - ZIH
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/243:23 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$689
Tue 6/257:28 pmSMF - ZIH
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/241:20 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops23h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$723
Wed 7/176:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops13h 00mDelta
Mon 7/227:54 amZIH - SMF
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/12$846
Mon 6/2412:30 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops13h 34mAeromexico
Wed 7/247:54 amZIH - SMF
2 stops14h 15mAeromexico
Deal found 6/11$4,853

Sacramento to Ixtapa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Ixtapa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/73:10 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops22h 49mAeromexico
Tue 8/272:44 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops24h 44mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$454
Tue 12/1012:40 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/212:15 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops21h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$508
Tue 12/1012:40 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/214:33 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$517
Wed 12/1112:40 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/212:15 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops21h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$533
Tue 6/256:00 amSMF - ZIH
2 stops12h 58mDelta
Wed 7/243:46 pmZIH - SMF
2 stops17h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/11$539
Wed 12/1112:40 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/214:33 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$542
Tue 12/106:15 amSMF - ZIH
1 stop29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/214:33 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$560
Wed 12/1111:59 pmSMF - ZIH
1 stop11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/214:33 pmZIH - SMF
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$562
Fri 8/91:19 pmSMF - ZIH
2 stops23h 40mDelta
Wed 8/217:33 amZIH - SMF
2 stops10h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/10$582

Find flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/7

2 stops22h 49m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 8/27

2 stops24h 44m

$454

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/25

2 stops12h 58m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/24

2 stops17h 36m

$539

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/9

2 stops23h 40m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 8/21

2 stops10h 17m

$582

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/25

1 stop16h 48m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 11/5

1 stop9h 49m

$588

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/25

2 stops18h 44m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 7/22

2 stops26h 04m

$599

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/25

1 stop16h 48m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 11/5

2 stops21h 27m

$607

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/6

1 stop11h 26m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 11/13

1 stop7h 55m

$621

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/9

2 stops16h 19m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop10h 14m

$684

Sacramento IntlIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

SMF - ZIH

SMFZIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/25

2 stops44h 34m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 11/5

2 stops31h 17m

$713

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Ixtapa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ixtapa. 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 Ixtapa. Reviews last updated June 12, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa, such as Aeromexico, United Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,397 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,269 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Aeromexico for just $454, but on average you can expect to pay $894.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa round-trip?

    Currently priced at $454, Aeromexico will fly you from Sacramento to Ixtapa and back. In addition to Aeromexico, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $539 and $588, respectively. Users have found that Aeromexico is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does SMF to ZIH mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sacramento Intl Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SMF to ZIH flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Ixtapa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Ixtapa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Ixtapa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Ixtapa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to Ixtapa flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Ixtapa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Ixtapa (average of $552). Flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Ixtapa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Ixtapa. 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$441Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$619Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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