Atlanta to Ixtapa (ATL–ZIH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Atlanta to Ixtapa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2h behind 14 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ATL and ZIH, connecting options are available through 14 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ATL to ZIH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
DFW ~21h 29m PHX ~21h 37m IAH ~21h 45m QRO ~22h 11m MEX ~22h 22m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
825
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ATL → ZIH
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Return
ZIH → ATL
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Ixtapa is 2 hours behind Atlanta.
ATL: EDT · ZIH: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta, it's 4:00 PM in Ixtapa.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ATL

MARTA Gold Line runs every 12–15 minutes from downtown Five Points station to the airport (16 min, $2.50). The station connects directly to the Domestic terminal via SkyTrain. Ride-shares cost $20–35 from downtown.

Economy parking in the North/South garages fills quickly; off-site lots on Camp Creek Parkway offer cheaper rates with shuttles.

Facts

ATL–ZIH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Atlanta to Ixtapa route.
Route details
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
Destination: ZIH
Full nameIxtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport
IATA / ICAOZIH / MMZH
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ATL to ZIH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DFW, PHX, IAH, QRO, MEX, SFO, MSP, ORD, LAX, YYZ, YUL, GDL, YYC and YVR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ixtapa is 2 hours behind Atlanta.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via DFW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.