Flying from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) out of here.
Hop on a direct Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of Phoenix.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH). Take your pick of 2 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 10:04am departure between PHX and ZIH.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to ZIH.
Peak months like March or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can find a direct flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
When taking off from PHX, you can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport with American Airlines.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines from PHX to ZIH.
American Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 95.12% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Phoenix to ZIH with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PHX and ZIH include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of PHX.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is a popular option between Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and ZIH.
AZA is about 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to ZIH flight? Relax in a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights out of here land when expected.
The street address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZIH instead:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Phoenix 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 get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
Currently, Rs59,935 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs143,158. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to ZIH.
The best month for finding cheap Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH)
September is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH), while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Phoenix to ZIH plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo:
There are plenty of things to do in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Playa la Ropa followed by Playa Varadero and Playa Blanca.
Explore more of Mexico
Around 241 kilometres north of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Morelia is another favourite stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe., Palacio Municipal de Morelia and The Aqueduct.
