Travel guide
Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) to La Ropa Beach
Short answer: La Ropa Beach is about 20 minutes by car from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH). Only authorized ground transportation can pick you up on airport property: a private taxi costs about 550 to 735 pesos per vehicle, and a shared van (colectivo) about 120 to 220 pesos per person. Fares change, so confirm the price at the counter before you pay.
Your options
| Option | Approximate price | Time | Best if… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authorized private taxi | 550 to 735 pesos per vehicle (up to 3 people) | About 20 minutes | You're a couple or a family, have luggage or land at night. |
| Shared van (colectivo) | 120 to 220 pesos per person | Longer: several stops | You travel alone and aren't in a hurry. |
City taxis can't pick up passengers on airport property. Some travelers walk to the airport gate to catch a street taxi or a minibus; it's cheaper, but we don't recommend it with luggage, with kids or at night.
Step by step when you land
- After baggage claim, find the ground transportation counter and ask for a taxi or a shared van to La Ropa Beach (Playa La Ropa).
- Pay for your ticket at the counter. It helps to carry some cash in pesos.
- Show the driver the address: Hotel Bonito by Arans, Calle Escénica Mz. 1 Lt. 2, Playa La Ropa.
- Arriving late or with a group? Message us on WhatsApp with your arrival time and we'll help you arrange it.
Getting back to the airport
The restriction only applies to pickups at the airport: to go back, you can take any city taxi. Ask the front desk to call one and agree on the price before you get in. Allow about 20 minutes for the ride plus the check-in time your airline asks for.
FAQ
How much is a taxi from Zihuatanejo airport to La Ropa Beach?
An authorized private taxi costs about 550 to 735 pesos per vehicle, paid at the ground transportation counter inside the airport.
How long is the ride?
About 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The shared van takes longer because it drops passengers at several hotels.
Can I take a street taxi or a ride-hailing app at the airport?
No: only authorized ground transportation picks up passengers on airport property. For the ride back, a city taxi is fine.
How far is Hotel Bonito from the beach?
About a 5-minute walk to La Ropa Beach. You don't need a car to get to the beach.
Sources checked in October 2026: ETASA fare table, zihuatanejo.net airport transportation, ZIH airport guide and recent traveler reports on the Tripadvisor forum. Prices are approximate and may change.