Direct (nonstop) flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana

1 airline flys nonstop from Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International (ZIH) to General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ). It's 1,411 miles (2,271 km), about 3h 21m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

ZIH
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International
🇲🇽 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mexico
TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 21m
Distance
1,411 mi
2,271 km
CO₂/pax
238 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
ZIH → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 21m
Distance
1,411 mi

Alternative Routes

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

ZIH GDL (Guadalajara) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 3m (234 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,181 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZIH → GDL
1h 3m · 234 mi
View ZIH to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → TIJ
3h · 1,181 mi
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ZIH MLM (Morelia) TIJ
Leg 1: 50m (156 mi) Leg 2: 3h 18m (1,318 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZIH → MLM
50m · 156 mi
View ZIH to MLM flights →
Leg 2
MLM → TIJ
3h 18m · 1,318 mi
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ZIH QRO (Queretaro) TIJ
Leg 1: 58m (223 mi) Leg 2: 3h 11m (1,320 mi) Total: ~4h 9m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZIH → QRO
58m · 223 mi
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Leg 2
QRO → TIJ
3h 11m · 1,320 mi
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ZIH NLU (Mexico City) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 6m (218 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,417 mi) Total: ~4h 36m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZIH → NLU
1h 6m · 218 mi
View ZIH to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → TIJ
3h 30m · 1,417 mi
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ZIH PHX (Phoenix) TIJ
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,271 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (295 mi) Total: ~4h 43m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZIH → PHX
3h 20m · 1,271 mi
View ZIH to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → TIJ
1h 23m · 295 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) to Tijuana (TIJ) takes approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. The distance is 1,411 miles (2,271 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana?

Just Volaris.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo from Tijuana?

The flight distance from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana 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 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana?

At 3h 21m, 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 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana?

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

Is the return flight from Tijuana to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo 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 Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo to Tijuana?

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 Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International for this flight?

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