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Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,792 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,792, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,811 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,811, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,887 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,887, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,898 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Cancun on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,898, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,951 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,951, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 1,988 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,988, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 2,217 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,217, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 2,230 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Cancun on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,230, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jun
from R 2,230
Jul
from R 2,217
Aug
from R 1,898
Sep
from R 1,887
Oct
from R 1,951
Nov
from R 2,851
Dec
from R 2,653
Jan
from R 1,792
Feb
from R 1,988
Mar
from R 1,811
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Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.

Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,792
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is R 3,637. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 3,637.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
The cheapest month to fly from Cancun to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cancun Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cancun Airport and Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Volaris offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.

Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know

  • Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is one hour behind Cancun and is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your CUN to ZIH flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CUN and ZIH include:

    • Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Pearson International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)

  • R 1,792 is the best price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,637. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from CUN to ZIH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CUN to ZIH.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.

Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • When it comes to Cancun International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Have an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to CUN:

Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZIH instead:

  • Grab an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car and explore Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Firefly are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo

  • Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport for July if you want to explore Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CUN to ZIH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, a trip to Mexico City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.

  • Ecatepec de Morelos is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. No journey is complete without visiting Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.

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