Travelling from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo (the location of Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport) and Mexico City share the same timezone — UTC-6.
Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route, with 21 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from ZIH to MEX is with Aeromexico at 19:59. Choose the first departure operated by Aeromexico at 07:21 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to make your ZIH to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll disembark.
Aeromexico is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City.
ZIH is around 10 kilometres from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ZIH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 87% of flights that take off from ZIH arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH) to Mexico City
Rs1,422 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs8,872. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from ZIH to Mexico City, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
November is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ZIH to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours.
There are some comfortable places to stay within a quick drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ZIH to Mexico City flight.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in November.
Lock in a Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ZIH to Mexico City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Zihuatanejo Ixtapa International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without dropping by Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
