Flying from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is located in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is one hour behind Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
The most popular route is from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are four weekly services between these two airports. Alaska Airlines offers a 15:14 departure between ZIH and LAX.
To avoid rushing for your ZIH to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your journey at ZIH and fly nonstop to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That will be your arrival point when searching for Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles tickets.
Alaska Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles.
To get to ZIH from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
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78.77% of flights that take off from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Los Angeles
C$229 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles flight. Return flight tickets start at C$365. These fares can change based on demand.
To secure cheap flights from ZIH to Los Angeles, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ZIH to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
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Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from VNY before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before you book your flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ZIH to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
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There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you want to check out another side of United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.