Ixtapa to Miami (ZIH–MIA) — 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 5 hubs
MEX Mexico City 6h 28m AFAMCM AAAMAR Mexico City (MEX) to Miami flights
IAH Houston 6h 38m UA AAATAV Houston (IAH) to Miami flights
LAX Los Angeles 10h 39m AS AAATAY Los Angeles (LAX) to Miami flights
GDL Guadalajara 22h 16m Y4 F9Y4 Guadalajara (GDL) to Miami flights
PHX Phoenix ~8h 49m AA AAASAT Phoenix (PHX) to Miami flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Ixtapa to Miami
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+2h ahead

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ZIH to MIA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
374
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 → MIA
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
53%
Return
MIA → ZIH
13%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
13%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MIA delays →

Other ways to reach Miami from Ixtapa

Nearby airports with service to Miami International Airport.
Metric ZIH→MIA TLC→MIA
Distance from ZIH 173 mi
Nonstop airlines 2
Weekly flights 1
Airports within 200 miles of ZIH with service to Miami International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Ixtapa, it's 8:00 PM in Miami.
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 MIA

Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).

Miami Climate

Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.

Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.

ZIH–MIA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ixtapa to Miami 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: MIA
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.9M
Elevation8 ft / 2 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ZIH to MIA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Mexico City Benito Juárez, George Bush Intercontinental and Los Angeles.
Miami is 2 hours ahead of Ixtapa.
Yes, return flights from MIA to ZIH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 Mexico City Benito Juárez, George Bush Intercontinental and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC).