Flying from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport.
Mexico City and Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo share the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are four Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 14:45 VivaAerobus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 15:35 with VivaAerobus.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NLU to ZIH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
VivaAerobus has direct flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is VivaAerobus.
VivaAerobus is the most punctual carrier operating NLU to ZIH flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Currently, ₹ 3,158 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 7,653. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from NLU to ZIH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from NLU to ZIH.
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Handy information about Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Of all flights departing from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport, 67.58% touch down on time at their destination.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a short drive from NLU, spend the night in Verticca Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
If you're landing on a late Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near ZIH:
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Reserving your vehicle from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
January is the most popular month for flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo in May.
When booking your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from NLU to ZIH in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, a visit to Mexico City will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
If you're ready to explore another major destination 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.
