Flying from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
- The timezone in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Kelowna. 
- For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YLW to ZIH flight. 
- You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move. 
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
- At the moment, 185 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 354 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking. 
- It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from YLW to ZIH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure. 
- If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. 
- You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from YLW to ZIH. 
- Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. 
Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
- When it comes to Kelowna International Airport's on-time performance, 60.54% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time. 
- Central Kelowna to Kelowna International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab. 
- The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes. 
- Looking for a convenient hotel near YLW? If you've booked an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter: 
Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
- The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZIH instead: 
- Travel at your own pace with an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Firefly and see more of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond. 
- For the best deal, reserve your ride from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport around two weeks in advance. 
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
- Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to the centre of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. 
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
- January is the busiest month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo in May. 
- When booking your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF). 
- Look for cheap tickets from YLW to ZIH in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average. 
Explore more of Mexico
- Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology. 
- Around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva. 





















