Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
ZIH
ICAO Code
MMZH
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH, Mexico) serves both the resort area of Ixtapa and the fishing town of Zihuatanejo on Mexico’s Pacific coast. It handles domestic and international flights and operates from a single passenger terminal near the coast.

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport
Elevation: 7 m
17.6018, -101.4606

Terminal Guide for Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport #

Terminal layout: The airport has one passenger terminal that handles domestic and international traffic with compact check-in, security and arrivals facilities clustered together; boarding frequently uses airside walkways and stairs for remote stands during peak periods.

Getting to and From Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport #

Main options: taxis, shared shuttles and pre-booked transfers are the usual ways into Ixtapa or Zihuatanejo; travel time to Ixtapa is typically 10-20 minutes and to Zihuatanejo around 25-40 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Taxi / private transfer: Available outside arrivals; agree a fixed fare or use official airport taxis.
  • Shared shuttles / colectivos: Economical option to both resort and town areas; depart from the terminal forecourt.
  • Bus: Local bus connections are available between the airport and nearby towns but schedules are limited.
  • Car hire / driving: On-site car rental counters; driving distances are short but parking in town can be limited in high season.
  • Ride‑hail: Availability varies; pre-booked transfers and airport shuttles are reliable alternatives.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport #

General: The terminal provides the basic services expected for a regional international airport, with duty‑free, cafés and car-hire desks.

  • Lounges: No major international lounge networks; local lounges are limited.
  • Food & drink: Mix of sit-down restaurants and fast-food kiosks inside the terminal.
  • Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi is commonly available but may be time-limited.
  • Charging & power: Power outlets available in some seating areas; bring an adapter for Mexican sockets.
  • Luggage & services: Car rental desks and tourist information desks are normally available; luggage storage is not always offered.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessible facilities; request assistance from your airline if needed.

Tips for Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport #

  • Shared taxis collectively called ‘colectivos’ operate between the airport and Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa; they are cheaper than private taxis and can be found outside arrivals.
  • If heading to Zihuatanejo town tell drivers you want ‘Zihuatanejo centro’ - it’s a different drop-off area than the resort zone of Ixtapa.
  • Airport shops/services are limited after hours - pick up snacks or essentials on arrival into town if you land late.

Weather & Climate near Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport #

Climate

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1007 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 49 Good
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 32°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (283 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

283 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.0h daylight

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