Direct (nonstop) flights from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

1 airline flys nonstop from Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International (ZIH). It's 234 miles (376 km), about 1h 13m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

GDL
Guadalajara International Airport
🇲🇽 Guadalajara, Mexico
ZIH
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International
🇲🇽 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Flight Time
1h 13m
Distance
234 mi
376 km
CO₂/pax
43 kg
−60 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
GDL → ZIH
Flight Time
1h 13m
Distance
234 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo with one stop · direct emits 43 kg CO₂ per passenger

GDL QRO (Queretaro) ZIH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (202 mi) Leg 2: 58m (223 mi) Total: ~2h 8m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → QRO
1h 10m · 202 mi
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Leg 2
QRO → ZIH
58m · 223 mi
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GDL NLU (Mexico City) ZIH
Leg 1: 1h 15m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h (218 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → NLU
1h 15m · 283 mi
View GDL to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → ZIH
1h · 218 mi
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GDL PBC (Puebla) ZIH
Leg 1: 1h 20m (336 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (229 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → PBC
1h 20m · 336 mi
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Leg 2
PBC → ZIH
1h 9m · 229 mi
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GDL MEX (Mexico City) ZIH
Leg 1: 1h 33m (285 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (201 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → MEX
1h 33m · 285 mi
View GDL to MEX flights →
Leg 2
MEX → ZIH
1h 10m · 201 mi
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GDL IAH (Houston) ZIH
Leg 1: 2h 18m (820 mi) Leg 2: 2h 52m (935 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+679% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → IAH
2h 18m · 820 mi
View GDL to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → ZIH
2h 52m · 935 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

A nonstop flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) takes approximately 1 hours and 13 minutes. The distance is 234 miles (376 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Guadalajara from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

The flight distance from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo is 234 miles (376 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

At 1h 13m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

Roughly 43 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 215 km.

Is the return flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Guadalajara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guadalajara to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guadalajara International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.