Travelling from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Puerto Vallarta.
Your PVR to ZIH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PVR and ZIH:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Currently, Rs24,254 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs36,419. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from PVR to ZIH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.
Handy information about Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
74.82% of flights leaving from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport from central Puerto Vallarta, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Reserve a hotel near ZIH if you're on a late Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Firefly and experience the lesser-explored corners of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
From Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport for July if you'd like to go to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PVR to ZIH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to Mexico City to tick off its top sights. From Zocalo to Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
