Travelling from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO). Explore your options for taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU), two of the city's main airports.
The average time for a direct Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport flight is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Manzanillo Airport is located in Manzanillo. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 5:40pm. Opt for the first MEX to ZLO departure with Aeromexico at 6:35am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Mexico City to ZLO.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Fly without interruptions from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO) operate from here.
Aeromexico is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport departing from MEX.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Aeromexico between MEX and ZLO.
With a reliable 90.91% of services landing on schedule, Aeromexico leads the way in punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kms (5 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MEX land at their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to ZLO flight is so much easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel gives you a head start on the journey.
67.58% of all departures from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Manzanillo Airport (ZLO)
Get off your flight from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option that's not too far from ZLO, stay at Hotel Posada Agua Escondida.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Manzanillo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, Budget or Thrifty to explore Manzanillo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO)
£137 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport. Return flights start from £190. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Mexico City to ZLO, book your plane ticket seven months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Manzanillo. December is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport (ZLO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Manzanillo is May, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Mexico City to ZLO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Manzanillo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Manzanillo right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Mexico City to Manzanillo Airport:
Playa Las Hadas and Manzanillo Bay are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Manzanillo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Playa Ventanas.
Explore more of Mexico
Manzanillo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Manzanillo, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Catedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Manzanillo, Zapopan is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.