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 6 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 Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 43h 16m.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ixtapa, including PrimeraPlus, Parhikuni and Futura. From Morelia, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 451 km and will cost you around $158. From Santiago de Querétaro, the ticket costs about $234 for a journey of 629 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.
Average rates range from around $413 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $472 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $2.18 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.08 and $34.77. The most frequently booked car type in Ixtapa is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.