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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $208-$367
Volaris
Sun 12/2Wed 12/5
TIJ - ZIH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$84
Typical prices: $115-$196
Volaris
Wed 9/19
TIJ - ZIH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Volaris. Average duration is 3h 16m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa (TIJ-ZIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tijuana to Ixtapa

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:01 am - 1:15 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
3h 14mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:29 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$195Volaris
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:01 am - 1:15 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
3h 14mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:29 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$196Volaris
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:01 am - 12:17 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
3h 16mnonstop
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12:36 pm - 8:28 amZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
20h 52m1 stop Santiago de Querétaro
$198Volaris
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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4:36 pm - 12:11 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
17h 35m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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12:58 pm - 6:58 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
8h 00m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$199Aeromexico
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12
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3:04 pm - 11:50 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
18h 46m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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12:35 pm - 12:27 amZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 52m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$199Aeromexico
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:48 pm - 11:50 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
17h 02m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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12:35 pm - 7:49 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
9h 14m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$199Aeromexico
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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8:01 am - 1:15 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
3h 14mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:29 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$205Volaris
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:22 pm - 11:00 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
13h 38m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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11:40 am - 7:40 amZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
22h 00m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
$213Viva
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:21 pm - 12:09 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
17h 48m1 stop Santiago de Querétaro
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2:07 pm - 3:29 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$217Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:36 pm - 11:00 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
13h 24m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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11:24 am - 12:24 pmZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
26h 00m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
$219Viva
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tijuana to Ixtapa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa start at $195. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $208 to $367. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195 on Volaris.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa at $204 round-trip.
  • December ($458) and November ($315) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Tijuana to Ixtapa the cheapest?

Flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Tijuana to Ixtapa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$84
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa

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Your Tijuana to Ixtapa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Are there baby care facilities at TIJ Airport?

    Yes. The nursing rooms are located on the 1st floor. If you need a few minutes away from your baby, there are convenient facilities to pump or breastfeed your baby in the lactation room. The lactation room is located on Level 2 near the check-in counter. There are also changing stations with cubicles available throughout the airport terminal.

  • Are there services for corporate travelers at TIJ Airport?

    Yes. The business center is located in the main terminal and is open Monday through Saturday. Tijuana Airport business center offers meeting rooms that accommodate groups of 20 to 100 people. The service is available to all travelers regardless of their flight class.

  • Can one carry a pet to ZIH Airport?

    Yes. There is a pet relief area within the airport. The grassy area takes good care of your pet while at the airport. You need to contact the airline to be well conversant with the security screening required for your pet. Always ensure that your pet does not interfere with other travelers.

  • Does ZIH Airport offer family services to arriving travelers?

    Yes. There is a children's play area located next to the terminal. Here your kids have several facilities to play with. You also have a place to sit as you watch your kids play. There is a charging station where you can boost your phone.

  • What airlines are available from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    Only Volaris operates flights between Tijuana and Ixtapa.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    Flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH).

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

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

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $247 round-trip and layover options via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) at $255.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa most commonly connect through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Tijuana to Ixtapa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $234 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $300, a difference of $66. 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 Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    A nonstop flight from Tijuana to Ixtapa takes 3h 16m, covering 1,413 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:01 am and lands at 11:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:01 am and lands at 11:17 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 16m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tijuana to Ixtapa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $271. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Tijuana 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 $195 to $842. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Tijuana to Ixtapa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Tijuana to Ixtapa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 15m, compared with 8h 18m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) and 8h 42m via Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU).

  • What is the time difference between Tijuana and Ixtapa?

    Ixtapa is 1 hour ahead of Tijuana (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 Tijuana to Ixtapa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa range from $208 to $367, with an average of $271 over the past 12 months. Anything below $208 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Tijuana to Ixtapa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $234 - about $66 less than Thursday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tijuana to Ixtapa trip for June. Fares historically average $204 round-trip in that month - typically $254 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Tijuana Airport (TIJ) has several options for lounges, all of which are located at Concourse A. The two lounges include the Aeromexico Salon Premier and the VIP Room. They are open from 7 am to 10 pm to ensure all the departing travelers get the service. You can have some snacks and drinks at the lounge as you wait for the departure time of your flight.
  • TIJ Airport offers parking services to departing travelers. The parking lot is located opposite the terminal building. You can choose short-term or long-term parking depending on how long your vacation will take. The rates are pocket-friendly for every traveler. The parking lot is under surveillance for 24 hours to ensure the safety and security of your car.
  • TIJ Airport offers services to disabled travelers. A ramp gives you access to the whole place using a wheelchair. Adapted toilets are available to ensure you do not fall as you them. You can book a wheelchair before your departing day. The service is open to all travelers regardless of their flight class.
  • Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) offers ground transportation to arriving travelers. A bus service operates from the airport to the city center. The bus runs at different intervals to ensure all the arriving travelers access the service. A taxi for hire is also available. It operates from 6 am to 9 pm.
  • ZIH Airport offers car rental services to arriving travelers. Several car-renting companies are available. They include Alamo, Europcar, Hertz and U-Save. You can book the assistance online before your day of arrival. The companies operate at different times; therefore, choose a convenient one while you book the service.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Tijuana Rodriguez Airport to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tijuana Rodriguez to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tuesday

Volaris

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Thursday

Volaris

Volaris

Saturday

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Direct returns

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl to Tijuana Rodriguez

Tuesday

Volaris

Volaris

Thursday

Volaris

Volaris

Saturday

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