Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Acapulco Airport (ACA): what you need to know
The timezone in Acapulco is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Miami.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MIA to ACA flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Acapulco Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MIA and ACA include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA's address is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to Miami International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Miami International Airport from central Miami, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MIA? If you're boarding an early flight from Miami International Airport to Acapulco Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Acapulco Airport (ACA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ACA if you're catching a late Miami International Airport to Acapulco Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Acapulco Airport rental car and explore Acapulco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Europcar and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Acapulco Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Acapulco Airport (ACA) to central Acapulco
Acapulco Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Acapulco. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Acapulco Airport (ACA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Acapulco Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Acapulco in March.
Before locking in your flight from Miami International Airport to Acapulco Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Acapulco, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MIA 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 once you've seen Acapulco. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 322 kilometres north of Acapulco, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
