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ZLO Playa de Oro International Airport
Playa de Oro International Airport (IATA: ZLO, ICAO:MMZO) is located in the the city of Manzanillo, Mexico. It is the primary international airport serving Manzanillo and its surrounding metropolitan area.

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IATA Code

ZLO

ICAO Code

MMZO

Name

Playa de Oro International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Mexico (MX)

City

Manzanillo

Latitude

19.1448002

Longitude

-104.5589981

Time Zone

UTC-06:00

Phone Number

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Airport Overview

Playa de Oro International Airport（ZLO）

Playa de Oro International Airport（ICAO: MMZO）serves Manzanillo in Colima, Mexico, at the Pacific coast position shown in the supplied airport record. It is best assessed as a regional international passenger airport with potential air-cargo utility rather than as a dedicated Mexican cargo hub. For forwarders, its value is the proximity to Manzanillo, Colima and western Mexico, while cargo acceptance, warehouse handling and airline uplift must be confirmed for each shipment. Our service team can compare airport-origin routing with gateway consolidation through larger Mexican or North American hubs, particularly when the shipment requires daily capacity, specialist handling or a guaranteed connection. The airport record identifies a UTC-06:00 operating location; local cut-off, customs and delivery arrangements remain subject to the appointed airline, ground handler and Mexican authorities.

Airport name	Playa de Oro International Airport
Location	Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico
Codes	IATA: ZLO \| ICAO: MMZO
Coordinates	19.1448002, -104.5589981
Time zone	UTC-06:00

Key Highlights

Air-freight decision points

Regional gateway profileOur service team treats the airport as a regional gateway where capacity and cargo acceptance must be checked shipment by shipment.

Pacific-coast positioningIts Manzanillo location can support local supply chains and coordination with the wider Colima–Jalisco commercial area.

Hub-dependent connectivityInternational or long-haul cargo may require an airline-approved connection through a larger Mexican, United States or other regional gateway.

Handling confirmation is essentialBefore booking, our team verifies the actual handler, warehouse process, customs status, screening route and acceptance limits.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility planning for forwarders

Airline and ground-handler acceptance: Cargo space, handling windows, security screening and documentation cut-offs are normally controlled by the operating airline and its appointed handler; our team confirms these before issuing routing advice.
General cargo processing: Standard shipments may be accepted subject to aircraft capacity, packaging, security controls, airway bill data and the handler’s physical acceptance limits.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Do not assume dedicated cold rooms or uninterrupted cool-chain transfer. For pharmaceuticals, seafood or perishables, our team requests written confirmation of storage, handover time and temperature-control responsibility.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the airline, aircraft type, packing instruction, labels, shipper’s declaration and local handling capability. Pre-approval is required for regulated articles.
Customs and bonded processing: The availability and operating scope of customs-controlled or bonded storage must be confirmed with the appointed customs broker and Mexican authorities for the specific import or export procedure.
Last-mile collection: We arrange delivery or pickup only after release status, consignee identification, customs instructions and vehicle access requirements have been verified.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing structure and schedule variables

Domestic connections: Depending on airline capacity and operating schedules, cargo may be routed through major Mexican gateways such as Mexico City or Guadalajara before onward delivery. Actual acceptance and connection availability must be confirmed at booking.
International connections: Shipments to North America, Europe or Asia may require an airline-approved transfer through a larger Mexican or North American gateway rather than a direct movement from Manzanillo.
Ocean-air coordination: For cargo linked to the Manzanillo commercial area, our team can compare an airport-origin solution with air uplift from another gateway or a multimodal plan involving the seaport; the best option depends on cargo urgency and customs status.
Transit-time controls: The practical transit window is affected by booking confirmation, aircraft capacity, connection protection, customs inspection, weekends and local handler cut-offs. We quote only after receiving a confirmed routing.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Relevant cargo flows around Manzanillo

Primary service area: Manzanillo and the wider Colima area are the immediate commercial catchment; Jalisco and other western Mexican locations may be considered when road feeder distance and connection reliability are acceptable.
Port-linked supply chains: Import components, urgent replenishment, samples and high-value documents associated with the Manzanillo logistics ecosystem may benefit from an airport-versus-gateway comparison.
Perishables: Seafood, agricultural products and other time-sensitive goods require prior confirmation of packaging, temperature exposure, inspection arrangements and delivery timing.
Industrial and commercial cargo: Spare parts, machinery components, electronics, automotive-related items and general merchandise may be suitable when dimensions, security and airline acceptance requirements are met.
Special cargo: Pharmaceuticals, live animals, dangerous goods and valuables should be routed only after written confirmation of the required handling chain and regulatory documentation.

Operations & Compliance

Controls that affect acceptance

Cut-off discipline: Airline booking cut-off and physical cargo acceptance cut-off are not necessarily the same. Our service team obtains both times and builds in additional margin for screening, document correction and road delivery to the airport.
Shipment data: The master and house airway bill data, commercial invoice, packing list, exporter/importer details, tariff information where applicable and permits must be consistent before cargo is tendered.
Customs examination: Mexican customs clearance, inspection or release holds can extend the handling cycle. The importer of record, customs broker and consignee should be identified before departure, especially for commercial imports.
Restricted and special cargo: Lithium batteries, chemicals, perishables, pharmaceuticals, live animals and oversized pieces require advance classification and airline approval. Packaging, marking, labels and declarations must follow the applicable rules and carrier instructions.

Shipping Tips

Recommended booking workflow

Send our service team the origin, destination, commodity, dimensions, gross weight, package count, ready time and customs status before requesting a rate.
For urgent or specialist cargo, request two options: an airport-origin movement and a gateway alternative with road feeder or consolidation support.
Use export-grade packaging, moisture protection and clear piece-level marks; for temperature-sensitive cargo, specify the required temperature range and maximum exposure time.
Do not deliver cargo to the airport until the airline, handler, booking reference, document set and special-cargo approval have been confirmed in writing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Practical answers for shippers

Can Playa de Oro International Airport handle international air freight?

International movement may be possible through the operating airline and its approved connections, but direct cargo acceptance, available capacity and customs arrangements must be verified for the shipment. Our team checks the complete routing before confirmation.

Is this airport suitable for urgent cargo to the United States or Europe?

It can be considered, but the fastest solution is not automatically airport-origin. We compare available airline connections, gateway uplift, road feeder options and customs timing before recommending a route.

Can seafood or other perishables be shipped through the airport?

Such cargo requires advance confirmation of acceptance, packaging, screening, storage and delivery arrangements. Our service team will not treat a standard booking as proof of cold-chain capability.

What documents are needed for a commercial shipment?

At minimum, consistent airway bill information and commercial shipping documents are normally required; the precise set depends on commodity, origin, destination, customs regime and permits. The consignee’s Mexican customs broker should review the import file before departure.

When should dangerous goods be declared?

Before booking. The commodity must be classified and presented according to applicable dangerous-goods rules, packing requirements and the accepting airline’s approval process. Late disclosure can result in refusal, rebooking or storage charges.

Data Sources & Provenance

Verification scope

Airport code, name, location, coordinates and time-zone details in this module are taken from the supplied airport record. Operational items such as cargo acceptance, handler assignment, cut-off times, customs procedures, airline schedules and specialist-storage availability are time-sensitive and must be reconfirmed for each booking.

Airport operator and airport information reference: gapairports.com
Mexican civil aviation and aeronautical authority information: gob.mx
Mexican customs and tax administration information: sat.gob.mx
International airport-code and air-transport reference: iata.org

The listed domains provide reference points for identity, regulatory and industry verification; they do not constitute a guarantee of current flight schedules, cargo facilities, service levels or customs release times.