Flying from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Mexico City's main airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Acapulco (where Acapulco International Airport is located) and Mexico City share the UTC-6 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The most popular route is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA), with 20 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from MEX to ACA is the 6:05am Volaris option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 6:10pm with Aeromexico.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to ACA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Take the express route from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of MEX, you can take a direct flight from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport with Aeromexico.
The top choice among passengers flying between MEX and ACA is Aeromexico.
With a dependable 88.46% of services landing on schedule, Aeromexico is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MEX land on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA) flight ticket out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Work out whether departing from NLU makes the most sense for you.
Take a direct flight from Mexico City to ACA with VivaAerobus. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of NLU.
VivaAerobus ranks number one in bookings on the NLU to ACA route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Acapulco International Airport, VivaAerobus leads in on-time performance.
You can get to NLU from the centre of Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to ACA flight is a lot easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you a short ride from the airport.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ACA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Acapulco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Acapulco's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Rs5,907 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport. Return flights start from Rs18,571. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
March is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport (ACA), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Acapulco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Mexico City to ACA flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Acapulco, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Acapulco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Acapulco right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Acapulco International Airport:
Your trip to Acapulco should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions you can't miss include Playa Condesa, Playa la Roqueta and Acapulco de Juárez.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Acapulco, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Mexico City to tick off its must-visit sights. From Historic Centre (Centro Historico) to Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Another favourite destination in Mexico, Álvaro Obregón is roughly 290 kilometres north of Acapulco. Make room in your schedule for highlights including San José.
