Starting on January 26, 2021, the Zihuatanejo airport will be one of 11 national airports to offer to travelers flying to the USA the option to have the Covid-19 antigen test taken (for a fee) at the airport prior to checking in.
The test results will be ready in 30 minutes. The result can be given electronically through the app “Verifly” or as a printed document. You will need to present the results at check-in, and will need to be presented upon entry into the USA as well. The cost will be $579 pesos. PAYMENT: CREDIT CARD ONLY- Visa/MasterCard! CASH WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ONLY FOR PASSENGERS FLYING TO THE USA. PASSENGERS TRAVELING TO CANADA REQUIRE A PCR TEST THAT IS COMPLETELY DIFFERENT.
It is suggested that passengers hoping to take the Covid-19 antigen test at the airport arrive no later than 3 hours prior to departure in anticipation of lines for test administration.
Passengers still may choose to have Covid-19 tests taken prior to arriving at the airport, as long as the test was taken within 72 hours of departure time.
IF YOU HAVE HAD COVID WITHIN THE PAST 3 MONTHS: You must present documentation of recovery (proof of a recent positive viral test as well as a letter from your healthcare provider or a public health official stating that you were cleared to travel).
Please also remember that all passengers arriving to the USA must self-quarantine for 7 days after travel.
