Travelling from Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Silao.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BJX to ZIH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. These are the top stopovers between BJX and ZIH:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
58 € is the lowest price for a one-way Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. Return flights start at 129 €. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BJX to ZIH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
When it comes to Del Bajio International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.35% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Del Bajio International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Silao. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near BJX? If you're boarding an early flight from Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
If you're coming in on a late Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near ZIH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Firefly to explore Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Del Bajio International Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BJX to ZIH in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Mexico, consider Ecatepec de Morelos, about 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva are key reasons to visit.