Flying from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH): What you need to know
Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours ahead of Seattle.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Seattle to ZIH. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to ZIH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to ZIH flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near ZIH and shut your eyes sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport flight.
Getting from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
From Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport, central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
191 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport. Return flights start from 387 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to ZIH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH). January is the busiest month to visit Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in September.
Lock in a Seattle to ZIH plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
After booking your flight from Seattle to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo:
Your Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Playa la Ropa, Playa Varadero and Playa Blanca.
Explore more of Mexico
Morelia is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 241 kilometres north of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. No trip is complete without a visit to Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe., Palacio Municipal de Morelia and The Aqueduct.
