Flying from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PVR to ACA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is a sought-after stop between PVR and ACA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight is £59. A round-trip ticket is currently £114. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from PVR to ACA, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport.
Handy information about Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Of the departures from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, 74.82% land on time at their destination.
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is about 6 miles from central Puerto Vallarta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz 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 stays close to PVR:
Arriving at Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Consider booking a hotel close to ACA if you're catching a late Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Acapulco International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to central Acapulco
From Acapulco International Airport, Acapulco is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Acapulco. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Acapulco is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to Acapulco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVR to ACA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Acapulco, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey about 180 miles north to Mexico City to check off its leading attractions. From Zocalo to Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 200 miles north of Acapulco, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.