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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston to Ixtapa:

• Earliest: departs at 9:58 am and lands at 12:51 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:58 am and lands at 12:51 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 53m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston to Ixtapa.

A nonstop flight from Houston to Ixtapa takes 2h 53m, covering 923 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Houston to Ixtapa range from $528 to $785, with an average of $659 over the past 12 months. Anything below $528 counts as a good deal.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $578 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $736 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Ixtapa flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Houston to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $214, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport (ZIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty

Flights from Houston to Ixtapa may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).

Connecting flights from Houston to Ixtapa most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 47% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Houston to Ixtapa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $509 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,053, a difference of $544.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston and Ixtapa.

Flying via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 40m, compared with 7h 04m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Ixtapa is 1 hour behind Houston (Central Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Houston to Ixtapa flights:

• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.