Fly private between Mexico City and Zihuatanejo from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Mexico City (MEX) ⇄ Zihuatanejo (ZIH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Mexico City and Zihuatanejo lie approximately 324 km apart (201 mi / 175 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo (and Zihuatanejo to Mexico City) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MXN) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | $140,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | $170,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | $140,000 – $190,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | $160,000 – $210,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | $170,000 – $240,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | $180,000 – $260,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 min | $200,000 – $280,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Mexico City–Zihuatanejo quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Mexico City, Mexico: Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport, Felipe Ángeles International Airport, Adolfo López Mateos International Airport and General Mariano Matamoros International Airport.
Zihuatanejo, Mexico: Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport.
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MMMX / MEX | MMZH / ZIH |
| Longest hard runway | 12,966 ft | 8,222 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,316 ft | 26 ft |
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is at 7,316 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Felipe Ángeles International Airport (14,764 ft, 35 km) · Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (13,780 ft, 53 km) · General Mariano Matamoros International Airport (9,180 ft, 70 km) · Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport (4,265 ft, 28 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Mexico City–Zihuatanejo, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Mexico City to Zihuatanejo.
The Mexico City to Zihuatanejo route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 03m airborne across the 324 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mexico City–Zihuatanejo charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Mexico City–Zihuatanejo charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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