Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Calgary.
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 catch your YYC to ZIH flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
WestJet is your gateway to discovering Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport offered by this popular carrier.
WestJet is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 70.97% of its services landing as planned, WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating YYC to ZIH flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Rs45,706 is the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs89,619. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from YYC to ZIH, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights that depart Calgary International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near YYC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZIH instead:
Pick up an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car and discover Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Firefly are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
January is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo in May.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to ZIH in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel 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'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva are key reasons to visit.