Acapulco airport (ACA)

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (IATA code: ACA), opened in 1945, is one of the most prominent air terminals in southwestern Mexico and the main gateway to the resort destination of Acapulco and the state of Guerrero. Operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (OMA) in partnership with VINCI Airports, it links the region with key domestic destinations as well as regular and seasonal international routes from the United States and Canada.

Official Website: oma.aero

Phone: +52 744 435 2060

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Terminals

The airport operates through a single two-level passenger terminal (Terminal A), housing all check-in counters, departure gates, arrivals, and domestic and international facilities. Movement between areas is handled entirely on foot. The terminal is typically open between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm or 11:00 pm, matching the scheduled times of the first and last flights of the day, with no commercial activity during the overnight hours.

Annual passenger traffic (2025): 684,452 passengers.

Information Desks

Customer service and information desks are located in the public concourse on the ground floor, across from the airline check-in area and near arrivals.

 Location

The airport is located 26 km (16 miles) southeast of downtown Acapulco, along Barra Vieja and the Acapulco Diamante corridor.

Public and private transportation

Ground travel between the airport and the Acapulco Diamante hotel zone takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes, while travel time to Costera Miguel Alemán and downtown Acapulco is between 35 and 45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Authorized Taxis

Concessioned taxis are the primary official mode of ground transportation from the terminal. Prepaid tickets must be purchased at official counters located inside the arrivals hall before exiting to the curb, with cash and credit cards accepted. Authorized companies include Transportación Terrestre Turística de Guerrero (TTT), Excelencia en Turismo y Convenciones (ETC), Expendedora de Boletos y Servicios del Pacífico, and Nuevo Milenio / Transportes Terrestres.

Ride-Hailing Apps

Ride-hailing services like Uber and DiDi operate in the Acapulco metropolitan area. Due to federal airport regulations in Mexico, drivers generally cannot pick up passengers curbside; travelers typically coordinate pickup by walking past the federal perimeter to the main access boulevard.

Public Shuttles and Buses

There are no direct municipal bus lines stopping directly in front of the terminal building. Along the nearby coastal highway, local minibuses and vans link Barra Vieja and Zona Diamante with downtown Acapulco, suitable primarily for travelers with light luggage.

Car rental agencies

Car rental company counters are located on the ground floor, inside the public arrivals concourse.

Car Rental Agencies

• Alamo: Ground floor desk (6:00 am to 10:00 pm).
• Europcar: Ground floor desk (6:00 am to 11:00 pm).
• Hertz: Ground floor desk (24 hours).
• U-Save: Ground floor desk (5:00 am to 2:00 am).

Parking services at Acapulco airport (ACA)

The airport features an official open-air parking facility managed by OMA, situated right in front of the passenger terminal building within short walking distance.

Parking Lots

• Official Parking (Sector A1): Accommodates both short- and long-term parking, monitored 24/7 with round-the-clock security personnel and CCTV surveillance.

Important Considerations

Payment kiosks are available at the facility exit to validate tickets before retrieving vehicles. Travelers can pre-book parking spots through OMA's official website to access long-term discounted rates.

Official OMA parking rates and reservations

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The terminal facility is fully accessible to provide a smooth travel experience for passengers with reduced mobility or special assistance needs.

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or dedicated mobility support must notify their airline or booking agent at least 48 hours prior to flight departure to arrange assistance with check-in, security screening, and boarding.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The terminal building is equipped with access ramps, automatic wide-entry doors, elevators, escalators, handrails, tactile guidance paving for visually impaired passengers, and adapted restroom facilities.

Accessible Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces for passengers with disabilities are located directly opposite the terminal entrance. Access barriers feature intercom systems to request direct assistance from airport staff.