General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (ACA) is about 16 km (10 mi) southeast of Acapulco, near the Diamante zone. There are nonstop flights from Acapulco to Cancun with Viva Aerobus, taking about 2 h 30 min.
Quick facts (checked October 2026)
- Codes: IATA ACA · ICAO MMAA
- Location: about 16 km (10 mi) southeast of Acapulco, near the Diamante zone
- Terminals: 1 passenger terminal (new building with six gates)
- Traffic: about 684,000 passengers (2025)
- Official website: www.oma.aero/es/pasajeros/acapulco
- Distance to Cancun: 1,435 km (892 miles) in a straight line
- Nonstop to Cancun: Yes – about 2 h 30 min
- Time difference: Cancun is 1 hour ahead of Acapulco all year
Flights from Acapulco to Cancun
| Airline | Season | Arrives at Cancun | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viva Aerobus | Twice a week | Terminal 2 | Restarts 3 November 2026; check whether it continues in 2027 |
Flight time is about 2 h 30 min. Airlines change their schedules every season, so check current dates on the airline’s website and confirm your Cancun terminal on your boarding pass (Cancun Airport terminals).
On other days, connect via Mexico City (Aeroméxico, Volaris, Viva) or Monterrey and Guadalajara (Viva, Volaris).
Arriving at Cancun Airport
Flights from Acapulco are domestic, so there is no immigration or customs check in Cancun – you collect your bags and are usually outside within 15–30 minutes. On the way out you pass the “shark tank” of timeshare sellers – if you have booked a transfer, go straight outside to meet your driver. See Cancun Airport arrivals for what to expect step by step, and check your flight on the live arrivals board.
| From Cancun Airport to | Drive time | Private transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| Cancun Hotel Zone | 20–30 min | 44 USD per vehicle |
| Playa del Carmen | 45–60 min | 89 USD per vehicle |
| Tulum | about 1 h 45 min | 165 USD per vehicle |
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About General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport
Acapulco’s airport, run by the OMA group, is the gateway to the Pacific resort city and has a new two-storey terminal.
Acapulco to Cancun – FAQ
Is there a direct flight from Acapulco to Cancun?
Yes. Viva Aerobus flies nonstop (October 2026); see the table above for seasons and frequency.
How long is the flight from Acapulco to Cancun?
About 2 h 30 min nonstop.
How far is Acapulco from Cancun?
About 1,435 km (892 miles) in a straight line.
How do I get from Cancun Airport to my hotel?
A private transfer is the easiest option: from 44 USD to the Hotel Zone, 89 USD to Playa del Carmen and 165 USD to Tulum per vehicle. See Cancun Airport transportation.