Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): what you need to know
Acapulco is one hour behind Cancun and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CUN to ACA flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CUN and ACA:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
ر.ق. 224 is the best price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 336. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CUN to ACA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cancun International Airport, 72.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Cancun to Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CUN:
Arriving at Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Book a hotel close to ACA if you have a late Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Acapulco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Thrifty and see more of Acapulco and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Acapulco International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to central Acapulco
Acapulco International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Acapulco. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Acapulco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Cancun International Airport to Acapulco International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Acapulco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to ACA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Acapulco. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 322 kilometres north of Acapulco. No trip is complete without experiencing Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.