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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 9,272. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 2,498 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,498, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 3,650 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,650, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 3,890 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,890, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 3,984 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,984, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,004 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,004, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,141, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,339 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,339, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,341 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,341, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,426, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,527 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,527, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,615 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,615, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 4,881 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,881, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 5,003 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,003, select.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.R 7,121 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,121, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from R 3,984
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from R 4,004
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from R 2,498
Nov
from R 3,650
Dec
from R 4,341
Jan
from R 4,339
Feb
from R 4,527
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from R 3,890
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from R 4,141
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Vancouver to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 2,494
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week4

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is R 7,164. 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.
5 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
WestJet, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 27 minutes.
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, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport.

  • Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is two hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to ZIH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • WestJet is your gateway to exploring Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • WestJet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers YVR to ZIH flights is Air Canada. Its services arrive as planned 71.43% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)

  • At the moment, R 2,494 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,164. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YVR to ZIH.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from YVR to ZIH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • 77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Vancouver International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)

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

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

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

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

  • From Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)

  • Before locking in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo offers a bustling atmosphere and lots to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.

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

  • February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to ZIH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to Mexico City to tick off its top attractions. From Zócalo to Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.