$115 Find Cheap Flights from Houston to Ixtapa - Compare and Save

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.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston and Ixtapa.

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).

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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $539 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $744 for nonstop.

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

Connecting flights from Houston to Ixtapa most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 39% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Houston to Ixtapa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $522 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,053, a difference of $531. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Earliest: departs at 9:58 am and lands at 12:47 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 1:04 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 49m.

A nonstop flight from Houston to Ixtapa takes 2h 49m, 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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $374 to $3,428. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Houston to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 51m, compared with 7h 24m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

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

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport (ZIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty

Round-trip flights from Houston to Ixtapa range from $532 to $785, with an average of $662 over the past 12 months. Anything below $532 counts as a good deal.