Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Flights from Oakland to Ixtapa usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Oakland to Ixtapa?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to Ixtapa pass through?

Connecting flights from Oakland to Ixtapa most commonly pass through: • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 69% of one-stop connections • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 31% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 73% on flights from Oakland to Ixtapa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,225, a difference of $883. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Oakland to Ixtapa?

A nonstop flight from Oakland to Ixtapa takes 00m, covering 1,872 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland to Ixtapa?

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.

How are flight prices from Oakland to Ixtapa looking right now?

One-way fares from Oakland to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 29m, compared with 10h via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

What is the time difference between Oakland and Ixtapa?

Ixtapa is 1 hour ahead of Oakland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport (ZIH)?

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Oakland to Ixtapa flight?

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Ixtapa range from $342 to $592, with an average of $444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Ixtapa typically range from $342 to $592. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $538, on Volaris.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Volaris ($538) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Oakland to Ixtapa in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) is the most popular layover for the Oakland to Ixtapa route. 69% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via GDL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Oakland to Ixtapa?

Flights via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $414. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Oakland to Ixtapa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) had the shortest average connection time for Oakland to Ixtapa layovers at 7h 06m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $342-$592

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Typical prices: $328-$364

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Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX)

Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 9h 29m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Ixtapa

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

3:47 pm - 12:09 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

18h 22m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Santiago de Querétaro

11:39 am - 11:00 amZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

25h 21m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$538Volaris

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

11:17 pm - 11:04 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

9h 47m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:39 am - 11:00 amZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

25h 21m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$574Volaris

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

11:17 pm - 10:49 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

9h 32m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:20 am - 5:36 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

32h 16m2 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$592Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

12:32 pm - 8:00 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

29h 28m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

11:20 am - 9:40 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

12h 20m2 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl León Del Bajio

$635Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

11:17 pm - 10:49 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

9h 32m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:16 pm - 9:30 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

10h 14m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$664Volaris

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

3:47 pm - 8:00 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

26h 13m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

11:20 am - 2:15 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

52h 55m3 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$678Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 21

11:17 pm - 11:04 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

9h 47m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:16 pm - 2:15 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

26h 59m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$714Volaris

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

11:17 pm - 10:49 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

9h 32m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:20 am - 9:30 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

36h 10m2 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$793Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

3:47 pm - 11:04 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

17h 17m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:39 am - 9:30 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

35h 51m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$814Volaris

Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 21

7:00 am - 3:21 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

30h 21m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

1:16 pm - 5:36 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

6h 20m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$833Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Oakland to Ixtapa

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

8:22 pm - 11:41 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

14h 19m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:26 pm - 6:34 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

7h 08m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$504Volaris

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

8:22 pm - 11:41 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

14h 19m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:26 pm - 4:25 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

28h 59m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$511Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

11:15 pm - 11:41 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

11h 26m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:26 pm - 6:34 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

7h 08m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$577Volaris

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

11:30 pm - 3:47 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

15h 17m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:30 am - 11:52 amZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

49h 22m3 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$631Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

11:30 pm - 3:47 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

15h 17m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:30 am - 11:00 amZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

24h 30m2 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl León Del Bajio

$660Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

8:22 pm - 11:41 amOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

14h 19m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

4:23 pm - 9:25 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

30h 02m3 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Tijuana Rodriguez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$778Volaris

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

8:22 pm - 3:47 pmOAK Oakland-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

18h 25m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

4:23 pm - 9:25 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-OAK Oakland

30h 02m3 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Tijuana Rodriguez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$880Volaris

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How much is a round-trip flight from Oakland to Ixtapa? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Oakland to Ixtapa departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Oakland to Ixtapa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Oakland to Ixtapa.
How long is a flight from Oakland to Ixtapa?
A nonstop flight from Oakland to Ixtapa takes 00m, covering 1,872 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland to Ixtapa?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Oakland to Ixtapa flight?
Round-trip flights from Oakland to Ixtapa range from $342 to $592, with an average of $444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Oakland to Ixtapa looking right now?
One-way fares from Oakland to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport (ZIH)?
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
Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to Ixtapa?
Flights from Oakland to Ixtapa usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).
Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to Ixtapa pass through?
Connecting flights from Oakland to Ixtapa most commonly pass through:

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 69% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 31% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to Ixtapa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 73% on flights from Oakland to Ixtapa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,225, a difference of $883.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Oakland to Ixtapa?
Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 29m, compared with 10h via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).
What is the time difference between Oakland and Ixtapa?
Ixtapa is 1 hour ahead of Oakland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $342, about $883 less than Sunday fares (72% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Ixtapa trip for February. Fares historically average $342 round-trip in that month - typically $883 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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