Irapuato to Zapopan flights
Zapopan lies 211 km (131 mi) west of Irapuato, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 1 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Irapuato | Zapopan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 380,941 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | 1,565 m (5,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Nearest large airport | BJX, 38 km out | GDL, 23 km out |
| Postal codes | 21910–36590 | 30812–63533 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Irapuato
Irapuato is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Guanajuato International Airport (BJX), 38 km (24 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM, 98 km).
Arriving in Zapopan
Zapopan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | 23 km (14 mi) | 13,123 ft | 5,016 ft |
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Staying in Zapopan
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16). Guests have left 2,556 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zapopan from Irapuato?
211 km (131 mi) in a straight line, west of Irapuato.
How long does it take to get from Irapuato to Zapopan by air?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irapuato and Zapopan?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.
Which airports are used for Irapuato to Zapopan flights?
Typically Guanajuato International Airport (BJX) to Guadalajara International Airport (GDL).
Where can I stay in Zapopan?
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.