With a population of 5,207, Ixtapa is a must-see destination in Guerrero, Mexico. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ixtapa has to offer.
When flying to Ixtapa, you’ll arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), which is located 15 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Ixtapa from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 5h 25m.
PrimeraPlus operates bus routes to Ixtapa. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around C$ 215. From León, the ticket costs about C$ 226 for a journey of 716 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the downtown.
From 5-star hotels such as the Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites Spa & Convention Center to great affordable options like the Posada Real Ixtapa, Ixtapa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 371 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 432 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay C$ 1.99 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 23.81 and C$ 31.75. Economy (Nissan March or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ixtapa, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.