Travelling from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH).
3 hours 39 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.
The timezone in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is UTC-6, which is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles. Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH), with 4 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to ZIH is the 09:15 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 10:02 with Alaska Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Los Angeles to ZIH. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can lock in a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from LAX.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to ZIH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
From the centre of Los Angeles, LAX is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)? Check out the fares jetting out of Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
From VNY, direct flights from Los Angeles to ZIH are offered by Alaska Airlines.
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Los Angeles to ZIH, kick back in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ZIH:
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to the centre of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is Rs34,122. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs91,041. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Los Angeles to ZIH.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Los Angeles to ZIH for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Visit in February if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 30ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
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Playa la Ropa and Playa Las Gatas are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Zihuatanejo Bay.
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