Flying from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is six hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to ZIH.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to ZIH even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is an option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to ZIH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Book a hotel close to ZIH if you're catching a late flight from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Pick up an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car and explore Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Firefly are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
385 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. A return flight starts from 832 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to ZIH if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. July is when most people book flights from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your London to ZIH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Start your Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Playa Varadero followed by Playa la Ropa and Playa Blanca.
Explore more of Mexico
Pack more into your Mexico trip by exploring beyond Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. About 290 kilometres away to the north-east, Álvaro Obregón is another exciting city to include in your itinerary. Check off some of its leading attractions like San José while you're there.
Morelia is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 241 kilometres north of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. No journey is complete without a visit to Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.