Direct (nonstop) flights from Guadalajara to Acapulco

1 airline flys nonstop from Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to General Juan N Alvarez International (ACA). It's 348 miles (560 km), about 1h 21m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

GDL
Guadalajara International Airport
🇲🇽 Guadalajara, Mexico
ACA
General Juan N Alvarez International
🇲🇽 Acapulco, Mexico
Flight Time
1h 21m
Distance
348 mi
560 km
CO₂/pax
64 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
GDL → ACA
Flight Time
1h 21m
Distance
348 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guadalajara to Acapulco with one stop · direct emits 64 kg CO₂ per passenger

GDL NLU (Mexico City) ACA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h (211 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → NLU
1h 15m · 283 mi
View GDL to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → ACA
1h · 211 mi
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GDL QRO (Queretaro) ACA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (202 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (267 mi) Total: ~2h 23m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → QRO
1h 10m · 202 mi
View GDL to QRO flights →
Leg 2
QRO → ACA
1h 13m · 267 mi
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GDL MEX (Mexico City) ACA
Leg 1: 1h 33m (285 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (189 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → MEX
1h 33m · 285 mi
View GDL to MEX flights →
Leg 2
MEX → ACA
1h 10m · 189 mi
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GDL MTY (Monterrey) ACA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (414 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (620 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+239% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → MTY
1h 30m · 414 mi
View GDL to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → ACA
1h 47m · 620 mi
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GDL IAH (Houston) ACA
Leg 1: 2h 18m (820 mi) Leg 2: 2h 49m (951 mi) Total: ~5h 7m 🍃 338 kg CO₂ (+428% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDL → IAH
2h 18m · 820 mi
View GDL to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → ACA
2h 49m · 951 mi
View IAH to ACA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

A nonstop flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Acapulco (ACA) takes approximately 1 hours and 21 minutes. The distance is 348 miles (560 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Guadalajara from Acapulco?

The flight distance from Guadalajara to Acapulco is 348 miles (560 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

At 1h 21m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

Roughly 64 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 320 km.

Is the return flight from Acapulco to Guadalajara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guadalajara to Acapulco?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guadalajara International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.