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

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
IAH Houston 5h 55m UA AFAMDL Houston (IAH) to Atlanta flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 6h 26m AA AAACAF Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Atlanta flights
MEX Mexico City 7h 2m AFAMCM AFAMDL Mexico City (MEX) to Atlanta flights
LAX Los Angeles 10h 44m AS AAAFAM Los Angeles (LAX) to Atlanta flights
PHX Phoenix 12h 54m AA AAAFAM Phoenix (PHX) to Atlanta flights
QRO Querétaro 23h 58m Y4 AMDL Querétaro (QRO) to Atlanta flights
GDL Guadalajara 28h 11m Y4 DLVS Guadalajara (GDL) to Atlanta flights
MSP Minneapolis ~8h 19m AFAMDL Minneapolis (MSP) to Atlanta flights
ORD Chicago ~8h 35m AAACAF Chicago (ORD) to Atlanta flights
YYZ Toronto ~8h 48m ACAMDL Toronto (YYZ) to Atlanta flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Ixtapa to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+2h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between ZIH and ATL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ZIH to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
473
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ZIH → ATL
26%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
26%
Return
ATL → ZIH
18%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
18%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →

Other ways to reach Atlanta from Ixtapa

Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Metric ZIH→ATL TLC→ATL
Distance from ZIH 173 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights
Airports within 200 miles of ZIH with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Ixtapa, it's 8:00 PM in Atlanta.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

ZIH–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ixtapa to Atlanta route.
Route details
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ZIH
IATA / ICAOZIH / MMZH
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ZIH to ATL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include George Bush Intercontinental, Dallas Fort Worth and Mexico City Benito Juárez.
Atlanta is 2 hours ahead of Ixtapa.
Nearby alternatives include TLC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental, Dallas Fort Worth and Mexico City Benito Juárez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC).