Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA): what you need to know
Acapulco is one hour ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SFO to ACA flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SFO and ACA:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
At the moment, R 3,821 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,359. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to ACA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ACA:
Follow your own route with an Acapulco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Thrifty and find adventure across Acapulco and beyond.
Booking your ride from Acapulco International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to central Acapulco
From Acapulco International Airport, Acapulco is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
April is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Acapulco in March.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Acapulco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Acapulco, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to ACA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Acapulco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres north of Acapulco, a trip to Mexico City will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 322 kilometres north of Acapulco, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
