Flying from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Orlando: what you need to know
Orlando is two hours ahead of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, where Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is located. Orlando runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your ZIH to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To get to ZIH from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZIH:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport, 78.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Orlando
ج.م. 12,085 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 22,220. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ZIH to Orlando. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from ZIH to Orlando.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is located around 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Once your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
After stepping off your ZIH to Orlando flight, kick back at a hotel near SFB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SFB one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
Travel to Orlando in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from ZIH to Orlando in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Orlando, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando Resort and Lake Eola Park are popular attractions which should be on every Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Orlando has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
