Travelling from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): What you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH).
The average duration of a direct Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is one hour behind Minneapolis. Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Minneapolis to ZIH.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Fly without interruptions from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Direct flights from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) are available from here.
When departing from MSP, you can take a direct flight from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport with Sun Country Airlines.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Sun Country Airlines from MSP to ZIH.
Sun Country Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 84.62% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Minneapolis to ZIH leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
77.37% of flights taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ZIH:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Right now, C$245 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$710. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to ZIH.
The best month for scoring cheap Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
May is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Minneapolis to ZIH flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Start your Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Playa Varadero, Playa la Ropa and Playa Blanca are must-visits when exploring Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
Explore more of Mexico
Add a new chapter to your Mexico adventure with a visit to Álvaro Obregón, located about 290 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. San José is just one of the popular attractions to put on your must-do list.
Morelia is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 241 kilometres north of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. No journey is complete without visiting Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.