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Airlines with Flights to Manzanillo (ZLO)
Compare carriers and hub connections for flights from the US to Manzanillo.
| Airline | Hub / Connection | Key US Routes | Approx. Travel Time | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | DFW / LAX / PHX | DFW, LAX, PHX (nonstop) | 2.5–3h | AA |
| United Airlines | IAH / ORD | IAH, ORD (nonstop) | 2.5–3.75h | UA |
| Alaska Airlines | LAX / SFO | LAX, SFO (nonstop) | 3–3.25h | AS |
| Delta Air Lines | ATL / LAX | ATL (nonstop seasonal) | ~3.5h | DL |
| Aeromexico | Mexico City (MEX) | MEX (domestic connection ~1.5h) | ~1.5h from MEX | AM |
| Volaris | GDL / MEX | LAX, SJC (budget nonstop) | 3–3.5h | Y4 |
Why Fly to Manzanillo, Mexico?
Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) is served nonstop by American and United from US cities. From Manzanillo you can reach the Las Hadas marina (15 min), the Laguna de Cuyutlán (30 min south), the Playa La Audiencia snorkeling bay (20 min), and take day trips to the extraordinary Colima volcano (2h northeast — one of Mexico’s most active volcanoes, extraordinary hiking from Nevado de Colima).
Manzanillo Airport (ZLO) — Quick Facts
IATA Code
ZLO
ICAO Code
MMZO
~40 km northwest of Manzanillo port city
~45 min (local bus/taxi)
~35 min (MXN 300–420 / ~$15–21)
1 Terminal
Guadalajara GDL (~3.5h by road), Colima CLQ (~1.5h by road)
Mexican Peso (MXN); USD widely accepted
CST (UTC−6, CDT UTC−5)
How to Find the Cheapest Manzanillo Airfare
Practical strategies to reduce the cost of your Manzanillo airline tickets from the USA.
Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead
Manzanillo airfare from the US tends to be lowest when booked 6–8 weeks before departure.
Fly Mid-Week (Tue–Wed)
Tuesday and Wednesday departures to Manzanillo are consistently 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.
Manzanillo vs Puerto Vallarta — Choose the Authentic Pacific
Manzanillo offers a very different Pacific Mexico experience from Puerto Vallarta — less international, more genuinely Mexican in character, with lower prices across accommodation, food, and activities. The sailfish fishing is superior, Las Hadas is more architecturally extraordinary than any PV resort, and the bioluminescent Cuyutlán lagoon is unique. For travelers seeking an authentic Mexican Pacific resort rather than a US-facing party town, Manzanillo is the stronger choice.
Dallas (DFW) or Houston (IAH) — Cheapest US Gateways
Dallas (American, 2.5h nonstop) and Houston (United, 2.5h) are the most affordable US gateways to Manzanillo. Los Angeles (Alaska/American, 3h) and Phoenix (American, 2.5h) are excellent West Coast alternatives. Manzanillo airfare is consistently lower than equivalent Puerto Vallarta or Huatulco fares from the same US cities, reflecting the destination’s lower international profile — good value for those in the know.
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Flights to Manzanillo from US — Top Questions
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Manzanillo is served by ZLO Airport (IATA: ZLO, ICAO: MMZO), located ~40 km northwest of Manzanillo port city. Guadalajara GDL (~3.5h by road), Colima CLQ (~1.5h by road) is the nearest alternative hub.
Top airlines include American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines. Check for nonstop and connecting options from your US departure city.
Shoulder seasons offer the best Manzanillo airfare. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Wednesday) are typically 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.
Flight times to Manzanillo (ZLO) vary by departure city — from under 2 hours from nearby gateways to 21+ hours for long-haul routings depending on departure city and layover.
Manzanillo Airport (ZLO) is located ~40 km northwest of Manzanillo port city. Bus takes approximately ~45 min (local bus/taxi), while a taxi takes around ~35 min (MXN 300–420 / ~$15–21).
Flights to Manzanillo from the US — Your Complete Guide
Economy round-trip fares to Manzanillo (ZLO) typically range $299–$650 round-trip. Compare all airlines and lock in the best Manzanillo airfare. No booking fees — ever.
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Flights to Manzanillo from USA
Manzanillo is Mexico’s largest Pacific commercial port and a resort destination of unusual authenticity — the ‘Sailfish Capital of the World’ (the Pacific offshore waters produce extraordinary sailfish concentrations year-round), home to the legendary Las Hadas resort (the white Moorish fantasy where the 1979 film ’10’ with Bo Derek was filmed, transforming this obscure port city into an internationally known luxury destination), and a city where the extraordinary Bahía de Santiago and Bahía de Manzanillo offer calm Pacific water alongside a genuinely Mexican port city of 175,000 where cargo ships, fishing pangas, and resort yachts share the same harbor. The extraordinary Laguna de Cuyutlán (south of the city, an extraordinary coastal lagoon famous for the ‘Green Wave’ bioluminescent surf phenomenon) adds an ecological dimension unavailable at other Mexican Pacific resorts. Use AirlineTickets.services to find the lowest cheap flights to Manzanillo from your US departure city.
Manzanillo Airfare: Budget Tips
Manzanillo airfare from the USA typically ranges $299–$650 round-trip in economy. Use flexible date search and fare alerts to secure the best deal on Manzanillo airline tickets.
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