How to travel from Cozumel to Mazatlán, Mexico
The distance between Cozumel and Mazatlán is around 2,147km (1,334 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Cozumel to Mazatlán by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Mazatlán → Cozumel if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Mazatlan (MZT).
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time4h 10m
- Typical costMX$3,845($185)
Volaris
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Playa del Carmen then take the bus to Puebla and then to Mazatlan R. Urias.
- Duration1 day 15h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$3,595($170)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Helicopter and Bus
Jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Villahermosa Airport then take the bus to México and then to Mazatlán.
- Duration23h 50m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$97,685($4,675)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Calica then drive to Mazatlán.
- Duration1 day 6h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$5,245($250)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cozumel and Mazatlán
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cozumel to Mazatlán by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around MX$3,595 ($170) and will take around 6h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$3,845 ($185).
The distance between Cozumel and Mazatlán is around 2,147km (1,334 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,035km (1,264 miles)
It takes around 4h 30m to get from Cozumel and Mazatlán by plane.
The quickest way to get from Cozumel to Mazatlán is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx MX$3,845 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Cozumel and Mazatlán is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around MX$3,595 ($170) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Cozumel and Mazatlán. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Mazatlan (MZT). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cozumel and Mazatlán. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Mazatlan (MZT). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Cozumel and Mazatlán. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and arrive at Mazatlan (MZT) - via Mexico City (MEX). The flight takes around 4h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Cozumel to Mazatlán. There is however a flight that goes via Mexico City (MEX). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Cozumel to Mazatlán typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and and arrive into Mazatlan (MZT).
The closest major airport to Mazatlán is General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) (MZT) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Mazatlán. Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL) (CUL) and General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO) (DGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Cozumel to Mazatlán. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Mazatlan (MZT). instead which will take 4h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cozumel to Mazatlán is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around MX$3,845 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cozumel and Mazatlán
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 30m | MX$3,845($185) | on demand | 2,147km (1,334 miles) |
| Helicopter and Plane | 4h 55m | MX$14,990($715) | on demand | 2,215km (1,377 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 6h 30m | MX$3,595($170) | 4 times a day | 2,321km (1,442 miles) |
| Fly to Culiacan (CUL), Bus | 7hrs | MX$5,830($280) | twice daily | 2,569km (1,596 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 15h | MX$3,595($170) | twice daily | 2,765km (1,718 miles) |
| Ferry to Playa del Carmen, bus | 1 day 18h | MX$3,765($180) | once daily | 2,683km (1,667 miles) |
Helicopter and Bus | 23h 50m | MX$97,685($4,675) | twice daily | 2,575km (1,600 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 1 day 6h | MX$5,245($250) | twice daily | 2,641km (1,641 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Cozumel and Mazatlán
Bus companies
Omnibus de Mexico
ACN Autobuses
Ecobus Express
Autobuses Elite
ETN
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airlines
Volaris
Aeroméxico
Viva Aerobus
Mayair
United Airlines
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
Airports near Mazatlán
The following major airports near Mazatlán offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Mazatlán
Federal de Bachigualato International Airport (CUL)
- Distance
- 202km (125 miles) from Mazatlán
General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO)
- Distance
- 217km (135 miles) from Mazatlán