Why go
- City in the Mexican state of Guerrero.
- Served by Acapulco International Airport (ACA).
History
Acapulco de Juárez, commonly called Acapulco, is a city and major seaport in the state of Guerrero on the Pacific coast of Mexico, 380 kilometres (240 mi) south of Mexico City. Located on a deep, semicircular bay, Acapulco has been a port since the early colonial period in Mexico's history. It is a port of call for shipping and cruise lines running between Panama and San Francisco, California. The city of Acapulco is the largest in the state, larger than the state capital Chilpancingo. Acapulco is also Mexico's largest beach and balneario resort city. Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero is the municipal seat of the municipality of Acapulco, Guerrero.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 5 direct destinations
- AeroMéxico AM (ERJ, 737, Embraer 170, EMJ, Embraer 175) · 2 routes: Mexico City, Toluca*
- Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) 4O (A320) · 2 routes: Mexico City, Toluca
- Aeromar VW (ATR) · 1 route: Mexico City
- Birmingham European VB (737-300) · 1 route: Monterrey
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Houston*
- Volaris Y4 (A319) · 1 route: Tijuana
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Acapulco International Airport (ACA); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: ACA has direct flights to 5 destinations on 6 airlines (incl. Mexico City, Toluca, Houston, Monterrey, Tijuana).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Acapulco, México. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Coaches & shuttles
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.