Ixtapa to Mexico City (ZIH–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZIH–MEX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 201 miles in approximately 1h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: AF, WS | 14 | 7M8, E90 | 1h14-1h20 | – | SkyTeam | AF, WS |
| Y4 Volaris Also: CM, TK | 7 | 321 | 1h07 | – | – | CM, TK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mexico City from Ixtapa
| Metric | ZIH→MEX | ACA→MEX | MLM→MEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZIH | – | 127 mi | 158 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 9 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 42 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 14m | 1h 8m | 1h 14m |
Travel Essentials
ZIH: CST · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ixtapa, it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
ZIH–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZIH to MEX
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Volaris. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZIH to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZIH to MEX is about 1 hours 14 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 201 miles (324 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 94 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guadalajara, Querétaro Intercontinental and General Abelardo L. Rodriguez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Acapulco (ACA), Morelia (MLM) and Colima (CLQ).