Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

1 airline flys nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International (ZIH). It's 1,411 miles (2,271 km), about 3h 17m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
ZIH
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International
🇲🇽 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 17m
Distance
1,411 mi
2,271 km
CO₂/pax
238 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → ZIH
Flight Time
3h 17m
Distance
1,411 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo with one stop · direct emits 238 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ MLM (Morelia) ZIH
Leg 1: 2h 58m (1,318 mi) Leg 2: 49m (156 mi) Total: ~3h 47m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → MLM
2h 58m · 1,318 mi
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Leg 2
MLM → ZIH
49m · 156 mi
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TIJ QRO (Queretaro) ZIH
Leg 1: 3h (1,320 mi) Leg 2: 58m (223 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → QRO
3h · 1,320 mi
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Leg 2
QRO → ZIH
58m · 223 mi
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TIJ GDL (Guadalajara) ZIH
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,181 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (234 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → GDL
2h 52m · 1,181 mi
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Leg 2
GDL → ZIH
1h 13m · 234 mi
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TIJ NLU (Mexico City) ZIH
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,417 mi) Leg 2: 1h (218 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → NLU
3h 15m · 1,417 mi
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Leg 2
NLU → ZIH
1h · 218 mi
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TIJ PBC (Puebla) ZIH
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,477 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (229 mi) Total: ~4h 34m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → PBC
3h 25m · 1,477 mi
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Leg 2
PBC → ZIH
1h 9m · 229 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) takes approximately 3 hours and 17 minutes. The distance is 1,411 miles (2,271 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

Just Volaris.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo is 1,411 miles (2,271 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

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

At 3h 17m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 238 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,190 km.

Is the return flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana 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 Tijuana 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 General Abelardo L Rodriguez International for this flight?

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