Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH): what you need to know
The timezone in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Portland.
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 on time to board your PDX to ZIH flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between PDX and ZIH:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PDX arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZIH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Firefly and explore beyond Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) to central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
Plan your trip to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo in high season if you enjoy a busier atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are generally higher. Or, book flights from Portland Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport during low season for a slower pace and less crowded spaces.
The warmest month in Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Portland Airport to Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to ZIH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you should also see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, a visit to Mexico City will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.