What is the best way to travel from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta?
You can get to Zihuatanejo with just $98 by taking a Flight from Aeroméxico, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Aeroméxico6h 10m06:01 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:11 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 6:01:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/29/2026 12:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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Aeroméxico20h 3m04:12 PMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:15 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 4:12:00 PM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 3m
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Viva Aerobus25h 25m010:50 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:15 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 10:50:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 25m
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Aeroméxico18h 48m04:12 PMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport11:00 AMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 4:12:00 PM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $218 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 48m
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Viva Aerobus8h 57m09:00 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport5:57 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 9:00:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/29/2026 5:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $303 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 57m
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Futura14h 50m01:00 PMPuerto VallartaAvenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop3:50 AMZihuatanejoPlaza Kioto Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Futura goes from Avenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop, Puerto Vallarta (Mexico) at 1/31/2026 1:00:00 PM to Plaza Kioto Hotel, Zihuatanejo (Mexico) arriving at 2/1/2026 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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Futura14h 25m03:00 PMPuerto VallartaAvenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop5:25 AMZihuatanejoPlaza Kioto Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Futura goes from Avenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop, Puerto Vallarta (Mexico) at 1/31/2026 3:00:00 PM to Plaza Kioto Hotel, Zihuatanejo (Mexico) arriving at 2/1/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
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What are the fastest trips from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
You can get to Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta in just 6h 10m with a Flight from Aeroméxico. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Aeroméxico6h 10m06:01 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:11 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 6:01:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/29/2026 12:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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Viva Aerobus8h 57m09:00 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport5:57 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 9:00:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/29/2026 5:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $303 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 57m
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Aeroméxico18h 48m04:12 PMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport11:00 AMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 4:12:00 PM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $218 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 48m
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Aeroméxico20h 3m04:12 PMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:15 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 4:12:00 PM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 3m
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Viva Aerobus25h 25m010:50 AMPuerto Vallarta AirportPuerto Vallarta Airport12:15 PMIxtapa/Zihuatanejo AirportIxtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport (Mexico) at 1/29/2026 10:50:00 AM to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (Mexico) arriving at 1/30/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 25m
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Futura14h 25m03:00 PMPuerto VallartaAvenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop5:25 AMZihuatanejoPlaza Kioto Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Futura goes from Avenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop, Puerto Vallarta (Mexico) at 1/31/2026 3:00:00 PM to Plaza Kioto Hotel, Zihuatanejo (Mexico) arriving at 2/1/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
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Futura14h 50m01:00 PMPuerto VallartaAvenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop3:50 AMZihuatanejoPlaza Kioto Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Futura goes from Avenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop, Puerto Vallarta (Mexico) at 1/31/2026 1:00:00 PM to Plaza Kioto Hotel, Zihuatanejo (Mexico) arriving at 2/1/2026 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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Bus from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo
What are the most popular stations in Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo?
In Puerto Vallarta, you will usually depart from Avenida y Calle 16 de Septiembre Bus Stop, Central Bus Station or Marina Vallarta, while in Zihuatanejo you will be arriving at Plaza Kioto Hotel, Casa de la Palma Bed & Breakfast Hotel Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta? With 3 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo, you can pay as low as $98 with a Flight from Aeroméxico.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Aeroméxico: you will get to Zihuatanejo in just 6h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo are Aeroméxico, Futura and Viva Aerobus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Puerto Vallarta Airport or to Ixtapa, and look at flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport, and landing at Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
The most popular companies between Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo, are Aeroméxico, Futura and Viva Aerobus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Futura
Airlines: Aeroméxico and Viva Aerobus
All you need to know when you travel from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo
How can I reach Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta.
How far is Zihuatanejo from Puerto Vallarta?
The distance between Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo is 316.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Puerto Vallarta and Zihuatanejo?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 87 kgs, and a flight 125 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
You can get to Zihuatanejo with just $98 by taking a Flight from Aeroméxico.
What is the fastest way to get from Puerto Vallarta to Zihuatanejo?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zihuatanejo in just 6h 10m with a Flight from Aeroméxico.
More routes to Puerto Vallarta and to Zihuatanejo
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