SAN
San Diego
United States
2,304 km
1,432 miles
ZIH
Ixtapa
Mexico
Distance
2,304 km
1,432 mi / 1,244 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
133°
southeast

Airport Comparison

SAN ZIH
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport
IATA Code SAN ZIH
ICAO Code KSAN MMZH
City San Diego Ixtapa
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Mexico_City
Elevation 17 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 17.600000, -101.460000

San Diego (SAN) to Ixtapa (ZIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 2,304 kilometers (1,432 miles / 1,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:38 in San Diego, it's 12:38 in Ixtapa.

The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 320° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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