Travelling from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH). Explore your options for setting off from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The city's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) is the busiest route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MEX to ZIH is with Aeromexico at 6:45pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Mexico City to ZIH.
Flying during a popular month such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport with Aeromexico. This top airline operates departures from MEX.
Aeromexico is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MEX to ZIH.
With an impressive 87.7% of services landing on schedule, Aeromexico is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
MEX is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination without delay.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Think about kicking off your journey from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). You can book a direct Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) plane ticket from this popular hub.
VivaAerobus offers direct flights from Mexico City to ZIH out of NLU. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Viva Aerobus is the most popular choice for travellers flying from NLU to ZIH.
When punctuality matters most, go with Viva Aerobus. It boasts an on-time performance of 88.71% for flights between Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport and Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Unwind before your Mexico City to ZIH flight at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
About Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ZIH if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport. Pick one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport flight.
Getting from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is around 24 kilometres from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport is 38 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 84 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book four months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to ZIH.
September is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to visit Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. January is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Mexico City to ZIH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport:
Your Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Playa la Ropa, Playa Varadero and Playa Blanca.
Explore more of Mexico
Around 241 kilometres north of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Morelia is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe., Palacio Municipal de Morelia and The Aqueduct.















