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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 899
Typical prices: C$ 1,100-C$ 1,525
United Airlines
Sun 14/1Sun 25/2
YOW - ZIH • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 7% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,143 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 8h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Ixtapa (YOW-ZIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Ixtapa

Thu, 14 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb
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4:36 p.m. - 12:51 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
21h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:59 p.m. - 3:12 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
24h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
C$ 899United Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb
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6:15 a.m. - 12:51 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
31h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:59 p.m. - 2:18 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 938United Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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5:40 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
22h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 p.m. - 12:01 a.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
30h 41m1 stop Calgary
C$ 955Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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8:25 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
19h 25m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:20 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
21h 10m1 stop Calgary
C$ 966Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb
Air Canada Logo
5:45 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
10h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:00 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
20h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 1,011Air Canada
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
WestJet Logo
4:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
24h 15m1 stop Calgary
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4:20 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
21h 10m1 stop Calgary
C$ 1,087WestJet
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Air Canada Logo
5:40 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
24h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
6:00 p.m. - 12:56 a.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 56m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 1,092Air Canada
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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7:50 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
20h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
6:00 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
20h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 1,092Air Canada
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
WestJet Logo
4:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
24h 15m1 stop Calgary
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4:20 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
21h 10m1 stop Calgary
C$ 1,103WestJet
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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6:10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZIH Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
11h 20m1 stop Calgary
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7:06 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.ZIH  Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl-YOW Ottawa
18h 24m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Calgary
C$ 1,361WestJet
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Ixtapa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Ixtapa start at C$ 899. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,100 to C$ 1,525. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 899 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Ixtapa and is 37% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 40% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Ottawa to Ixtapa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 899
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Ixtapa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Ixtapa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Ixtapa flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Ixtapa?

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

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Ixtapa take?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Ixtapa. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 44m and 18h 39m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Ixtapa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Ixtapa range from C$ 1,100 to C$ 1,525, with an average of C$ 1,210 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,100 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa 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 C$ 899 to C$ 5,866. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 C$ 6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Thrifty

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

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

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

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

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 76% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Ottawa to Ixtapa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 55%. Sunday is the cheapest day at C$ 773 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 1,697 – a C$ 924 difference. 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 when travelling from Ottawa to Ixtapa?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 44m, compared with 13h 29m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and 18h 03m via Calgary (YYC).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Ixtapa?

    Ixtapa is 2 hours behind Ottawa (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Ixtapa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 773 – about C$ 924 less than Monday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Ixtapa trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,122 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,342 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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