Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa pass through?

One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa most commonly connect through: • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 36% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 27% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 9% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $440 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,485, a difference of $1,045. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 14m and 25h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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.

Have flight prices from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $609 to $1,926. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa looking right now?

One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $438, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 59m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 8h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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 averaging $23 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Alamo • Hertz • Fox • Thrifty

How much should I expect to pay for a Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flight?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa range from $735 to $961, with an average of $797 over the past 12 months. Anything below $735 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. It’s 45% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 86% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Volaris ($684) and Alaska Airlines ($846) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is the most popular layover for the Salt Lake City to Ixtapa route. 36% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MEX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $436. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Salt Lake City to Ixtapa layovers at 4h 32m over the past 3 months.

$237 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa (SLC - ZIH)

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Cheapest round-trip

$609

Typical prices: $735-$961

Volaris

Wed 1/10Tue 1/16

SLC - ZIH • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way

$237

Typical prices: $331-$697

Multiple Airlines

Tue 11/20

SLC - ZIH • 2 stops

When to travel

October

Cheapest • 10% price drop

January

Most popular

Good to know

Top layover airports

Los Angeles (LAX)

Cheapest • Avg $436 (round-trip)

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)

Shortest trip • 7h 14m (one-way)

Insights

Start a new search

KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.

We hope you love your trip to Ixtapa!

Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa (SLC-ZIH)

Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Round-trip

One-way

Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16

4:07 pm - 12:37 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

19h 30m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:39 am - 1:10 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

50h 31m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$609Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 23

4:07 pm - 11:04 amSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

17h 57m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:37 pm - 3:05 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

26h 28m3 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Tijuana Rodriguez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$684Volaris

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 23

6:30 pm - 3:21 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

19h 51m2 stops Portland Los Angeles

3:40 pm - 12:53 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

21h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$846Alaska Airlines

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16

6:00 am - 1:45 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

6h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:28 pm - 11:45 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

10h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$861American Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 23

9:24 am - 3:21 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

28h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

8:38 pm - 3:05 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

18h 27m2 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$877Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16

7:55 pm - 12:51 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

15h 56m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:59 pm - 11:18 amZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

22h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$902United Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

8:20 am - 3:01 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

29h 41m2 stops Portland Los Angeles

3:51 pm - 1:34 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

22h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$936Alaska Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 9

7:18 am - 3:35 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

7h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2:28 pm - 11:45 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

10h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$945American Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

8:57 pm - 6:17 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

20h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:45 pm - 7:33 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

6h 48m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$945Aeromexico

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 23

9:48 am - 6:17 pmSLC Salt Lake City-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

7h 29m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:58 pm - 7:20 pmZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-SLC Salt Lake City

6h 22m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$1,011Delta

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Prices

Airlines

Layovers

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. It’s 45% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 86% higher.

Find deals

Low season	June
High season	January
Cheapest flight	$237

Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in travelers.

The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.

One-way flight from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa.
How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 14m and 25h 56m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flight?
Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa range from $735 to $961, with an average of $797 over the past 12 months. Anything below $735 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $609 to $1,926. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa looking right now?
One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $438, which is 25% 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 averaging $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?
Flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).
Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa pass through?
One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa most commonly connect through:

• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 9% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $440 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,485, a difference of $1,045.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 59m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 8h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $440, about $1,045 less than Tuesday fares (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Ixtapa trip for October. Fares historically average $721 round-trip in that month - typically $771 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Add a hotel or car rental

Airports

Cabin class

Direct Flights

Origins

Other destinations

Complete your trip to Ixtapa with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Ixtapa

Hotels in Ixtapa

SLC - ZIH

$237 Find Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa - Compare and Save

Everything you should know

Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa (SLC-ZIH)

Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Recent one-way flight deals from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flights

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa?

When flying from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Key details for Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flights

Low season

High season

Cheapest flight

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Your Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flight questions, answered

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City to Ixtapa flights

More options for your flight from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Complete your trip to Ixtapa with a hotel stay or car rental

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cabin class types available on flights from Salt Lake City to Ixtapa

Find direct flights to and from Salt Lake City and Ixtapa

Flights from domestic origins to Ixtapa

Flights to other popular destinations