Flying from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
The timezone in Acapulco is UTC-6, which is two hours behind New York. Acapulco International Airport is located in Acapulco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to ACA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Whether you're eager to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from New York to ACA.
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Acapulco International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Acapulco International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can reach EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your New York to ACA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can lock in a plane ticket from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA) with one or more stops departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and ACA:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Acapulco International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights land as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Acapulco International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ACA instead:
Travel at your own speed with an Acapulco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Thrifty and see more of Acapulco and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your New York to Acapulco International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Currently, RM794 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Acapulco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,168. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to ACA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Acapulco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from New York to Acapulco International Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. March is the quietest month to visit Acapulco. July is when most people book flights from New York to Acapulco International Airport (ACA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Acapulco is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your New York to ACA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Acapulco International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Acapulco
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Acapulco International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Acapulco:
Your visit to Acapulco should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Playa Condesa, Playa la Roqueta and Acapulco de Juárez.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Acapulco, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Mexico City to check off its must-visit sights. From Historic Centre (Centro Historico) to Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Any trip through Mexico wouldn't feel complete without exploring Álvaro Obregón. San José is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 290 kilometres north of Acapulco.
