Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Acapulco?

Flights from San Diego to Acapulco usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Acapulco Alvarez Intl (ACA).

What popular places can I visit in Acapulco?

Some of the most popular sights in Acapulco are Playa Revolcadero, CiCi Acapulco Magico and Playa Caletilla. These are among the most viewed places in Acapulco on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Acapulco?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Acapulco changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $727 to $3,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Diego to Acapulco looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Acapulco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $269, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Acapulco?

Acapulco is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport (ACA)?

Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport (ACA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Alamo • Hertz

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Acapulco?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Acapulco typically range from $665 to $665. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $727, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Acapulco?

United Airlines ($727) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Diego to Acapulco in the last 5 days.

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Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16

5:52 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

16h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:34 pmACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$727United Airlines

Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16

5:52 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

16h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:14 amACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$757United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

2:26 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

44h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:50 amACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

22h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$879United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28

5:18 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

17h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:34 pmACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$913United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28

5:18 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

17h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 11:36 amACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 56m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$932United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28

4:28 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

18h 17m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 11:51 pmACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 11m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$996United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

1:20 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

45h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:32 pmACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,022United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

7:41 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

39h 04m3 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 12:19 amACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$1,035United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28

1:11 pm - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

21h 34m3 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 1:43 pmACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

26h 03m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$1,077United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

6:20 am - 12:45 pmSAN San Diego-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl

52h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:40 pm - 9:27 amACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,082United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Acapulco? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Acapulco departing in january.

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Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Acapulco?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Acapulco changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $727 to $3,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Acapulco looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Acapulco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $269, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport (ACA)?
Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport (ACA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Acapulco?
Flights from San Diego to Acapulco usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Acapulco Alvarez Intl (ACA).
What is the time difference between San Diego and Acapulco?
Acapulco is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Acapulco?
Some of the most popular sights in Acapulco are Playa Revolcadero, CiCi Acapulco Magico and Playa Caletilla. These are among the most viewed places in Acapulco on KAYAK.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport.

• Palacio Mundo Imperial
• One Acapulco Diamante
• Casa Jaguar Hotel Boutique & Galería

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