Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Mexico

MMZHZIH

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport

Ixtapa, Mexico

ICAO

MMZH

IATA

ZIH

Category

International Hub

Elevation

26 ft

Country

Mexico

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at MMZH

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (MMZH / ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

MMZH is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Mexico

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Mexico.

Applicable permit lead times for Mexico are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Mexico are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at MMZH

Direct FBO and handler coordination at MMZH covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at MMZH

Fuel on record at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to MMZH

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for MMZH: 17° 36′ 7″ N 101° 27′ 40″ W; elevation 26 ft; local time UTC-6.

Crew & Passenger Services in Ixtapa

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ixtapa.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at MMZH.

Cargo Operations at MMZH

Support for freighter operations into MMZH covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport

Latitude
17° 36′ 7″ N
Longitude
101° 27′ 40″ W
ICAO code
MMZH
IATA code
ZIH
Municipality
Ixtapa
Timezone
UTC-6
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To ZIH?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for MMZH.

Submit flight inquiry for MMZH

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – MMZH

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport?

The ICAO code is MMZH and the IATA code is ZIH.

Is Jet A1 available at MMZH?

Yes. Fuel on record at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at MMZH?

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does MMZH operate in?

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport operates on UTC-6.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for MMZH?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for MMZH.