Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's timezone is UTC-6, making Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo one hour ahead of Phoenix.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PHX to ZIH flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With an impressive 95.12% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time record for PHX to ZIH flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PHX and ZIH include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport flight is 177 €. A return plane ticket right now is 406 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from PHX to ZIH, book your trip one month before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PHX to ZIH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near PHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
Book a hotel close to ZIH if you have a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Firefly and see more of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
Before you book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. High season in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport for July if you want to explore Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHX to ZIH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. No trip is complete without seeing Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.