SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
2,768 km
1,720 miles
ZIH
Ixtapa
Mexico
Distance
2,768 km
1,720 mi / 1,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
156°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

SLC ZIH
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport
IATA Code SLC ZIH
ICAO Code KSLC MMZH
City Salt Lake City Ixtapa
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Denver America/Mexico_City
Elevation 4,231 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 17.600000, -101.460000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Ixtapa (ZIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 2,768 kilometers (1,720 miles / 1,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 14:43 in Salt Lake City, it's 15:43 in Ixtapa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,205 feet between the two airports. Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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