Flying from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport.
Guadalajara and Acapulco follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Flights from GDL to ACA start from 11:37 — the first with Volaris. The last departure is at 11:42 with Volaris. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flights.
Your GDL to ACA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Volaris is your gateway to discovering Acapulco (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport offered by this airline.
Volaris is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between GDL and ACA:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Right now, Rs13,954 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs34,310. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from GDL to ACA by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from GDL to ACA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport.
Handy information about Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
71.31% of flights leaving from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GDL? If you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ACA if you're catching a late Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Acapulco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Acapulco and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Acapulco International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to central Acapulco
Acapulco International Airport to central Acapulco has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Acapulco. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Acapulco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Acapulco, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GDL to ACA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Acapulco. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 322 kilometres north of Acapulco, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
