Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo two hours behind Toronto.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your YYZ to ZIH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Air Canada has direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Canada.
With an impressive 88.89% of services landing on schedule, Air Canada has the best on-time performance for YYZ to ZIH flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Currently, $343 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $604. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from YYZ to ZIH, book your journey six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
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Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
If you're arriving on a late Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near ZIH:
Pick up an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car and discover Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Firefly are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is May, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Pearson International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to ZIH in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.