How to find cheap flights to General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL)
At the moment, £317 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to ZCL for £812.
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Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets to Zacatecas, where General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport is located, if you book in advance. Airlines generally offer some great early bird deals.
Select 'Add nearby airports' during your search for a better chance of securing cheap flights to Zacatecas. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.
If you aren't in a hurry to travel to Zacatecas, think about taking a scenic route. You might find cheaper plane tickets to General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport if you book a flight with a stop.
Best time to go to Zacatecas
May is generally the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Zacatecas.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to ZCL, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
July is the most popular month for flights to ZCL. It's an ideal time to take in the full energy of Zacatecas.
The quietest time of the year to go is February. Book your plane tickets to Zacatecas then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what type of conditions you want to travel in. Zacatecas is warmest in May, with averages of between 10ºC and 31ºC.
Ranging from 3ºC to 21ºC, January has the lowest temperatures.
February often brings more sun than cloud. With one day of rain on average, this is the driest month in Zacatecas.
Expect the heaviest showers during July, which gets around nine days of wet weather.
Flying to General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL): What you need to know
Skip the layovers and take a direct flight to General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport. American Airlines and Aeromexico fly nonstop to Zacatecas.
If you want to travel with the carrier that leads the way for punctuality, book your ZCL plane ticket with Aeromexico. Up to 89% of its flights into this hub arrive as scheduled.
The local timezone at ZCL is UTC-6.
Looking for a stay within easy reach of General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport? Hop off your flight to ZCL and be tucked up in bed not long after at Posada Morelos.
Whether you're making your connecting flight or flying home from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport, you're unlikely to be delayed. ZCL is known for its punctual performance, with up to 81% of departing flights landing when they're supposed to.
General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport is located in Zacatecas, Zacatecas, Mexico.
Getting to central Zacatecas from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL)
Central Zacatecas is about 26 kms (16 miles) from ZCL.
Once you've landed from your flight to ZCL, expect a drive to the centre of around 30 minutes.
Catch public transport and you'll be there in roughly 45 minutes.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Settle in at one of these guest-approved stays in Zacatecas:
Zacatecas highlights
Put these popular attractions high on your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Zacatecas:
Church of Santo Domingo (Iglesia de Santo Domingo): Located around 0.48 kms (0.30 miles) northeast of the city centre, this landmark is a classic place to start your sightseeing in the city.
Entrada de Mina el Edén: Want more reasons to visit Zacatecas? This landmark draws in the crowds and is around 0.64 kms (0.40 miles) north of the city centre.
How to get to Jerez de García Salinas from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL)
The nearby city of Jerez de García Salinas is about 72 kms (45 miles) from ZCL. Heading into the centre by taxi or ride-share usually takes around 1 hour.
Travelling from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) to Jesús María
If Jesús María is where your trip takes you, it's around 113 kms (70 miles) from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport.
Explore more of Mexico
There's a whole lot more to experience in Mexico, starting with Guadalajara. Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO are must-visits in this city, which is around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Zacatecas. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) is the closest airport in Guadalajara.
León de los Aldama might just become one of your favourite stops in Mexico. You'll find it roughly 225 kms (140 miles) southeast of Zacatecas. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are visitor favourites.
About 257 kms (160 miles) south of Zacatecas, Zapopan is worth working into your travels. A few great reasons to visit include OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and KidZania Guadalajara.