Flying from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 5 hours 55 minutes.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver one hour behind Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ZIH to YVR flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Air Canada offers direct flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Vancouver — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
Air Canada is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 77.78% of services arriving as planned, Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating ZIH to YVR flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is R 2,663. A return ticket is currently R 4,611. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from ZIH to YVR, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)
Of all flights departing from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, 78.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ZIH. Whether you have an early flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're landing on a late Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZIH to YVR in December. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without visiting Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
