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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa (YVR-ZIH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Ixtapa

Thu, 13 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov
Aeromexico Logo
7:01 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.YVR-ZIH
26h 34m1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
12:26 p.m. - 5:22 a.m.ZIH-YVR
18h 56m1 stop
C$ 656Aeromexico
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Thu, 27 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
WestJet Logo
5:00 a.m. - 4:26 p.m.YVR-ZIH
9h 26m1 stop
WestJet Logo
5:15 p.m. - 4:29 p.m.ZIH-YVR
25h 14m2 stops
C$ 671WestJet
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Thu, 27 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
WestJet Logo
5:00 a.m. - 4:26 p.m.YVR-ZIH
9h 26m1 stop
WestJet Logo
5:15 p.m. - 1:19 p.m.ZIH-YVR
22h 04m2 stops
C$ 673WestJet
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 20 Nov
Aeromexico Logo
7:01 a.m. - 6:33 p.m.YVR-ZIH
10h 32m1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
12:26 p.m. - 5:22 a.m.ZIH-YVR
18h 56m1 stop
C$ 710Aeromexico
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Thu, 27 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
Air Canada Logo
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.YVR-ZIH
5h 30mdirect
Air Canada Logo
6:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.ZIH-YVR
5h 50mdirect
C$ 722Air Canada
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Thu, 27 Nov - Thu, 11 Dec
Air Canada Logo
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.YVR-ZIH
5h 30mdirect
Air Canada Logo
6:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.ZIH-YVR
5h 50mdirect
C$ 723Air Canada
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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
United Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 12:51 p.m.YVR-ZIH
16h 36m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:59 p.m. - 3:39 p.m.ZIH-YVR
27h 40m2 stops
C$ 980United Airlines
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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
United Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 12:51 p.m.YVR-ZIH
16h 36m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:59 p.m. - 3:39 p.m.ZIH-YVR
27h 40m2 stops
C$ 982United Airlines
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Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
AeroMexico Connect Logo
8:15 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.YVR-ZIH
8h 20m1 stop
AeroMexico Connect Logo
7:59 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.ZIH-YVR
26h 51m1 stop
C$ 1,054AeroMexico Connect
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Sat, 27 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
AeroMexico Connect Logo
8:15 a.m. - 1:34 p.m.YVR-ZIH
28h 19m1 stop
AeroMexico Connect Logo
7:21 a.m. - 6:10 a.m.ZIH-YVR
23h 49m1 stop
C$ 1,055AeroMexico Connect
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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Ixtapa

 
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Ixtapa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Ixtapa on a Monday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Vancouver, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa is July, where tickets cost C$ 522 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,347 and C$ 954 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 1,134 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonAugust
High seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 317
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 58% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flight from Vancouver to Ixtapa

When to book flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Ixtapa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Ixtapa flights

  • How accessible is ZIH airport to Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM)?

    If you are wondering whether you can conveniently fly from Vancouver to Ixtapa via YVR and ZIH as a PRM, please note that both YVR and ZIH are fully accessible to PRMs. The airports feature facilities for the PRMs. Among these facilities are; ramps, handrails, proper signage, escalators, and tactile strips for visually-impaired travelers. They also offer handicapped parking slots and services.

  • Is YVR rated among kid-friendly airports in Vancouver?

    YVR is rated among the kid-friendly airports in Vancouver. The airport offers Baby Care facilities such as cribs, playpens, and changing areas for travelers with infants. The airport also offers a play area where kids can burn extra energy before boarding their flight to ZIH airport. The kids’ play areas are located in the Domestic Terminal, Airside, C46, Domestic Terminal, Landside, Level 3, and in the International Terminal, Airside, D54.

  • How can I travel from Downtown Vancouver to YVR for m flight to ZIH?

    YVR is approximately 13.6 km from Downtown Vancouver. The available means of transport from Downtown to YVR are; The SkyTrain’s Canada Line, taxis, or car rentals. Among these three options, Taxis are the fastest but slightly more expensive than trains.

  • Can I rent a car at ZIH airport?

    If you intend to rent a car for your self-driving purposes during your stay in Ixtapa, kindly consider visiting any of the numerous car rental desks at ZIH’s arrival hall. Among these car rental options are; Alamo, Enterprise, Avis, and Budget car rentals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa was C$ 232 for a one-way ticket and C$ 480 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Ixtapa flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to Ixtapa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Vancouver and Ixtapa, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa, Aeromexico or AeroMexico Connect?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa are Aeromexico and AeroMexico Connect. With an average price for the route of C$ 633 and an overall rating of 7.5, Aeromexico is the most popular choice. AeroMexico Connect is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,141 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ixtapa from Vancouver is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Ixtapa with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Vancouver to Ixtapa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ixtapa from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ixtapa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 906 or less round-trip.
  • Despite the presence of other airports, such as Victoria International Airport (YYJ), Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), and Boundary Bay Airport (YDT), most travelers departing from Vancouver to Ixtapa prefer Vancouver International Airport (YVR) as their departure airport. This is due to the availability of the highest number of airlines that offer flights to Ixtapa.
  • Most travelers to Ixtapa from Vancouver would prefer Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) as their destination airport. This is down to the availability of various transport options such as buses, taxis, and shuttles to and from the city center. Among these three transport options, a taxi is the fastest option, taking about 10 minutes to reach the city center.
  • If you intend to catch up with the earliest morning flight from YVR airport to ZIH, consider spending your night in one of the hotels near our departure terminal. Among your hotel options is the option is the onsite Fairmont Vancouver Airport hotel. The hotel is located about 5 minutes’ walk from the international terminal.
  • If you are rushing against time, consider booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) with Air Canada. Currently, Air Canada is the only airline offering non-stop flights from YVR to ZIH. You can also consider the single-stop flights offered by American Airlines and Aeromexico Airlines from YVR to ZIH.
  • If you are arriving from a late-night flight from Vancouver to Ixtapa, consider spending your night in one of the hotels close to your arrival terminal at ZIH. Among your hotel options is Hotel & Villas Punta Blanca. This hotel is located approximately 1.3 km from your arrival terminal.

Top 5 airlines serving from Vancouver to Ixtapa

 
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7.4
AeroMexico ConnectOverall score based on 72 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.5Comfort
6.6Food
6.8Entertainment
7.8Crew
Airline reviews
Cons: "Aeromexico has a small plane, it is extremely uncomfortable. Flight Crew are not the friendliest of all."
2.0 MediocreJaime, Apr 2021MEX - SAL
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Cons: "Aeromexico has a small plane, it is extremely uncomfortable. Flight Crew are not the friendliest of all."
Pros: "The short lines at check in."
Cons: "The communication or overall handling of the Origin airport staff with the Mexico City staff. Was told COVID test was acceptable in DGO and was not able to fly from MEX to ORD due to “invalid PCR test”"
Cons: "Just 1 person doing check inn in Mexico city, very bad service at the checking point"

My wife's entertainment system did not work. Payed for flight upgrade but did not receive advertised "free WiFi".

Annoying that we had to go to departures and get boarding passes. Should allow us to be booked all the way through, this is the only airline i have this problem with in MEX. Late boarding and take off

Lousy No wheelchair. As normal at Atlanta Cheap airline Cheap aero plane. - Neither entertainment nor food on a 5 hour saga

The airplane was an old airplane, seats were very uncomfortable and very little space, they changed my seat and that was no option to get back into my seat even when I was traveling a senior who required assistance.

This is not a low cost airline. Stop acting like o e.

Aeromexico crew made me check my hand luggage in the door of the plane. As soon as I reach Mexico City, I notice that my luggage was opened and 8 games of Nintendo Switch were stolen (700 dllrs value aprox) (the console was there) but the games were stolen. I am very dissapointed of Aeromexico and all the crew. Instead of being a good trip, It was a sad trip

Ok. But we arrived to a remote terminal which meant that a bus had to take us to the terminal building

Old aircraft the audio of the entertainment dosent work Dirty seats

The plane was so outdated, that it made it uncomfortable. The temperature was hot during the whole flight

Happy attentive flight crew. All in all good flight the night flight works well. Getting into Mexico City early so you don't get caught up it all the immigration and custom ques, additionally, this helps when exiting the airport and crossing the city to your final destination. All works very well and would do it again

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

Breakfast was not loaded at SFO due to catering company change. Seems like a major airline at a major hub would have thought of something else or warned passengers to pick up food before boarding a 3 hour flight.

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Our flights got changed from United to Air Canada and our purchased seats did not get transferred so we had to pay for seats twice. I brought it up with Air Canada and they stated I had to go back and chase it with United. The united seats were $21 Canadian each and Air Canada were $56 each so we have paid $77 for each seat. Very unhappy

So far so good but food and entertainment are not available for this flight

They switched out gate from terminal 1 to terminal two ten minutes before boarding. So we had to make a 20 min crazy fast walk to a different terminal. Then we boarded the plane and waited for over 40 minutes until push back. Brutal

Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

Terrible decision to take a night flight. Not enough time to sleep and premium seat has no foot rest ao couldn’t get comfortable!

Late departure, so I missed connection in Detroit. But Delta gave me a great hotel & breakfast. Just sorry I could not get anything from my checked baggage.

Was on a Swoop plane. No wifi and no Westjet connect

My husband required a wheelchair to get to the airplane and the service he received was exemplary. Thank you.

Internet on both flights was sketchy. Thus in flight entertainment was non- existent on MN - Balrimote leg.

WestJet was able to re-book us to the next available flight at no charge when air traffic controller staffing shortage delayed our inbound flight

I am a tall woman and could not move my legs enough to reach down under the seat in front of me to retrieve anything I put down there. I sat in both aisle and window seats and felt extremely cramped. In the aisle seat, if the stewardess was heavy, it was impossible to pass, and she would knock my arm shoulder and thigh every time she went by. If I can avoid it, I will not be flying this airline again.

Get our, as a group, skis on time to their destination. Have more attendants checking people in. There was only one. The line was a block long :( . Also flight change with 5-hour delay

Lost my luggage. Filed a report and there is no response. Received a phone call from another airline that said they had the bag and they did not know what to do with it

They delayed flight because lack of staff then missed connection. Never flying with kayak or weather

Food hope it make it international not mainly like pilipino food

Good flight, friendly crew and overall - good service on United Airlines.

Very clean plane, staff were courteous, complimentary wifi and beverages are nice, and it was nice to have a whole row to myself! I do miss having seatback entertainment, though. And the prices are getting ridiculous, especially with the different teared tickets. But the flight overall was great.

The seat was reasonably comfortable. I hope the food could be hotter and more tasty.

flight landed late almost 1.00hr and we 4 passengers missed our connected flight to indianapolis, we need to get the hotel and taxi for the next day flight to home in indianapolis, cost us $ 300 more

The flight wose Daley 2hr I lost my connect flight i wose delay one day and I am not happy

Had the same two cabin attendants and Darren and Lea are exceptional

Nuts would be better than pretzels as the non sweet snack

I’m writing to share my deep frustration with a recent experience, which I feel reflects a troubling trend in the airline industry—one where customer care often takes a backseat to profit maximization. First, I do want to acknowledge a positive aspect: I appreciated that your team accommodated a seat change due to my medical needs without charging an additional fee. This gesture made a genuine difference during my trip, and I’m thankful for that. That said, the overall experience left me extremely disappointed. The ticket I purchased for myself and a companion turned out to be “basic”—a fare category I now understand to be non-refundable and non-transferable. Unfortunately, my travel companion was involved in a car accident and could not fly. Not only was I unable to receive any kind of reimbursement, but I also couldn't transfer the ticket to someone else, despite the flight being overbooked by three passengers. This inflexibility felt exploitative. To add to the frustration, I had to shoulder additional unexpected expenses: overpriced in-flight food and a costly baggage fee on my return trip. The entire process felt more like a profit-maximizing scheme than a customer service experience. I understand that airlines, like any business, need to remain financially viable. However, creating fare structures that penalize customers during emergencies, while simultaneously overbooking flights, comes across as deeply unfair. It’s hard to feel like a valued passenger in this environment. While I don’t expect much will come of this message, I do hope Air Canada takes this feedback seriously. There’s an opportunity to lead with integrity in an industry where choices for consumers are becoming more limited and experiences increasingly transactional.

Boarding is a mess. The lines all jammed together and no one knows which line was for which zone. The flight was delayed and the plane taxied on tarmac for more than 30 mins before we could get off. Overall not a bad flight. But the boarding part can do better.

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