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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 103
Typical prices: C$ 267-C$ 469
Viva
Wed 14/11Wed 21/11
CUN - ACA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 124
Typical prices: C$ 146-C$ 263
Viva
Sun 2/12
CUN - ACA • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Viva. Average duration is 2h 34m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 395 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cancún to Acapulco (CUN-ACA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cancún to Acapulco

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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3:25 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
2h 30mdirect
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5:25 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 30mdirect
C$ 103Viva
3+ days ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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11:44 a.m. - 1:14 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
2h 30mdirect
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5:25 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 30mdirect
C$ 124Viva
3+ days ago
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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10:48 p.m. - 1:13 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
15h 25m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
5:25 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 30mdirect
C$ 140Viva
3+ days ago
Tue, 3 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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11:44 a.m. - 1:14 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
2h 30mdirect
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1:44 p.m. - 5:14 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 30mdirect
C$ 147Viva
22 hours ago
Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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3:00 p.m. - 7:33 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
5h 33m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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5:38 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 47mdirect
C$ 150Viva
21 hours ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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11:25 a.m. - 7:33 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
9h 08m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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5:34 p.m. - 9:05 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 31mdirect
C$ 164Viva
3 hours ago
Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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7:30 a.m. - 7:33 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
13h 03m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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5:38 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
4h 57m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
C$ 165Viva
21 hours ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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10:25 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
7h 05m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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5:36 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
5h 19m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
C$ 199Viva
21 hours ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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1:40 p.m. - 7:33 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
6h 53m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
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8:18 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
12h 27m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
C$ 217Viva
1 day ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
Viva Logo
10:35 a.m. - 7:33 p.m.CUN  Cancun-ACA Acapulco Alvarez Intl
9h 58m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
Viva Logo
8:18 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.ACA  Acapulco Alvarez Intl-CUN Cancun
12h 27m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
C$ 219Viva
3 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cancún to Acapulco flights

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

Round-trip flights from Cancún to Acapulco typically range from C$ 267 to C$ 469. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 103, on Viva.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Acapulco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Acapulco. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Acapulco?

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Cancún to Acapulco at C$ 258 round-trip.
•December (C$ 684) and August (C$ 581) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 165% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cancún to Acapulco the cheapest?

Flights from Cancún to Acapulco are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cancún to Acapulco flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 103
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Cancún to Acapulco

When to book flights from Cancún to Acapulco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cancún to Acapulco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cancún to Acapulco flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cancún to Acapulco?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cancún to Acapulco:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:44 am and lands at 2:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:25 pm and lands at 5:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 34m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cancún to Acapulco?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cancún to Acapulco.

  • How long does a flight from Cancún to Acapulco take?

    A direct flight from Cancún to Acapulco takes 2h 34m, covering 2,309 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cancún to Acapulco?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cancún to Acapulco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cancún to Acapulco range from C$ 267 to C$ 469, with an average of C$ 338 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 267 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cancún to Acapulco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 54% above the C$ 338 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cancún to Acapulco?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 328 round-trip, compared to C$ 395 via a layover through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Cancún to Acapulco?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 66–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Cancún 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 C$ 103 to C$ 958. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cancún to Acapulco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cancún to Acapulco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 183, which is 8% below 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 C$ 6 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cancún to Acapulco?

    Flights from Cancún to Acapulco usually depart from Cancun (CUN) and arrive at Acapulco Alvarez Intl (ACA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cancún to Acapulco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cancún to Acapulco most commonly connect through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cancún to Acapulco?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Cancún to Acapulco. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 305 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 379, a difference of C$ 75.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Cancún to Acapulco?

    Only Viva operates flights between Cancún and Acapulco.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Cancún to Acapulco?

    Flying via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 58m, compared with 6h 33m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 6h 36m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

  • What is the time difference between Cancún and Acapulco?

    Acapulco is 1 hour behind Cancún (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Acapulco?

    Acapulco Zocalo Square is one of the most viewed places in Acapulco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cancún to Acapulco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 305, about C$ 75 less than Tuesday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cancún to Acapulco trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 258 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 426 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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

Prefer to fly direct from Cancun to Acapulco?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cancun Airport to Acapulco Alvarez Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cancun to Acapulco Alvarez Intl

Tuesday

Viva

Viva

Saturday

Viva

Viva

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Direct returns

Acapulco Alvarez Intl to Cancun

Tuesday

Viva

Viva

Saturday

Viva

Viva

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