Airports Near Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas
The closest airports to Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico is Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LZC | Lazaro Cardenas AirportLazaro Cardenas, Mexico | 2 mi / 3 km | 6 min | Regional |
| ZIH | Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International AirportIxtapa, Mexico | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 40 min | International |
| CLQ | Lic. Miguel de la Madrid AirportColima, Mexico | 127 mi / 204 km | 2 hr 57 min | Regional |
| MLM | General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMorelia, Mexico | 152 mi / 244 km | 3 hr 31 min | International |
| ZLO | Playa De Oro International AirportManzanillo, Mexico | 173 mi / 279 km | 4 hr 2 min | International |
| ACA | General Juan N Alvarez International AirportAcapulco, Mexico | 183 mi / 295 km | 4 hr 16 min | International |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) (56 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with LZC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near LZC saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas is Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road.