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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Mexico",
    "addressLocality": "Acapulco"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Aerom\u00e9xico",
    "Volaris",
    "Viva Aerobus",
    "American Airlines",
    "United Airlines",
    "Air Transat"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Acapulco",
  "code": "ACA",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Acapulco International Airport involves navigating Mexico's Pacific coast tourism gateway handling 228 monthly arrivals from 8 worldwide destinations with Volaris dominating operations through 19 weekly departures to Mexico City representing 44% of total weekly flights, while Aerom\u00e9xico provides SkyTeam alliance connectivity and VivaAerobus serves secondary cities including Tijuana, Guadalajara, and Monterrey alongside Mexico City's Felipe \u00c1ngeles Airport. The airport's 2018 modernization created a single efficient terminal with 1.3 million annual capacity featuring upper-level departures (Salidas) and lower-level arrivals (Llegadas) enabling streamlined passenger processing for Mexico's premier beach resort destination.\n\nDomestic connections through Mexico City's Benito Ju\u00e1rez International Airport provide comprehensive access to Aerom\u00e9xico's extensive Latin American network and domestic routes throughout Mexico, while Volaris's budget-friendly operations connect to over 70 destinations across Mexico, Central America, and the United States. International connections focus on major North American gateways including American Airlines' Dallas-Fort Worth hub enabling Oneworld alliance access, United Airlines' Houston Intercontinental service providing Star Alliance connectivity, and Air Transat's 5-hour 10-minute Montreal flights supporting Canadian winter tourism covering 2,486 miles to Quebec.\n\nGround transportation coordination includes taxis and collective vans serving Acapulco's famous Zona Dorada hotel district, La Costera beachfront, and historic downtown areas, while car rental agencies including major international brands enable independent exploration of Guerrero state's Pacific coastline extending to neighboring resort destinations. Weather considerations during Mexico's hurricane season (June-November) can significantly impact Pacific coast operations with potential flight cancellations and delays, while the airport's modern terminal amenities including VIP lounges, duty-free shopping featuring Mexican artisanal crafts, and local cuisine restaurants support comfortable passenger experiences. The facility's strategic importance to Acapulco's tourism economy ensures reliable connections supporting one of Mexico's most iconic beach destinations serving international leisure travelers and domestic business passengers connecting through the country's primary aviation hubs.",
  "country": "Mexico",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive 2 hours early for domestic and 3 hours for international flights at ACA.",
    "Use OMA Premium Lounge on the upper level airside for a quiet workspace with Wi-Fi.",
    "Only use authorized Transporte Terrestre taxis by purchasing tickets at kiosks.",
    "Major airlines like American Airlines at ACA do not accept cash for baggage fees.",
    "Secure your documents for Mexico's random customs light system in arrivals hall.",
    "Stay within Diamante and Dorada tourist zones and use official airport transport.",
    "Allow extra travel time during holiday peak seasons due to highway traffic delays."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Acapulco+International+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MXN",
  "iataCode": "ACA",
  "icao": "MMAA",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 16.757,
  "layover_planner_info": "Shops and cafes airside; beach resorts nearby for long layovers.",
  "longitude": -99.754,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 75,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 75,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline counters in departures.",
  "name": "Aeropuerto Internacional General Juan N. \u00c1lvarez",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MEX",
      "name": "Mexico City International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ZIH",
      "name": "Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Aeropuerto Internacional General Juan N. \u00c1lvarez (ACA), commonly known as Acapulco International Airport, serves as a crucial gateway to Mexico's popular tourist destination on the southern Pacific coast. The airport underwent a complete modernization in 2018, resulting in a single, modern terminal building designed for efficient passenger movement and capable of handling up to 1.3 million passengers annually. This contemporary terminal services both domestic and international flights, streamlining the travel experience.\n\nThe terminal is a two-story facility. The upper level is dedicated to departures (Salidas), housing check-in counters for airlines like Volaris, Aerom\u00e9xico, and Viva Aerobus. The lower level is for arrivals (Llegadas), where passengers will find baggage claim areas and car rental counters, along with exits to ground transportation. The compact and intuitive layout ensures easy navigation, with all essential services and amenities integrated within this single structure, eliminating the need for complex inter-terminal transfers.\n\nAmenities at ACA are well-appointed for a tourist-focused international airport. These include VIP lounges for eligible passengers, a variety of shops (featuring Duty-Free and local Mexican artisanal crafts), numerous cafes and restaurants offering both local cuisine and international options, currency exchange points, ATMs, and baggage packing services. The airport's modern infrastructure and passenger-friendly facilities contribute to a comfortable and efficient travel experience.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aeropuerto_Internacional_de_Acapulco"
}