Ixtapa to Los Angeles (ZIH–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZIH–LAX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,540 miles in approximately 3h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 2 | 7M9 | 3h43 | – | Oneworld | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Ixtapa
| Metric | ZIH→LAX | UPN→LAX | MLM→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZIH | – | 130 mi | 158 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 4 | 12 |
| Flight time | 3h 43m | 3h 30m | 3h 32m |
Travel Essentials
ZIH: CST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ixtapa, it's 5:00 PM in Los Angeles.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
ZIH–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZIH to LAX
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ZIH to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZIH to LAX is about 3 hours 43 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,540 miles (2,479 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Guadalajara and Mexico City Benito Juárez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Uruapan (UPN), Morelia (MLM) and Toluca (TLC).