Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Acapulco

1 airline flys nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to General Juan N Alvarez International (ACA). It's 1,529 miles (2,461 km), about 3h 24m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
ACA
General Juan N Alvarez International
🇲🇽 Acapulco, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 24m
Distance
1,529 mi
2,461 km
CO₂/pax
258 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → ACA
Flight Time
3h 24m
Distance
1,529 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Acapulco with one stop · direct emits 258 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ GDL (Guadalajara) ACA
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,181 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (348 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → GDL
2h 52m · 1,181 mi
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Leg 2
GDL → ACA
1h 21m · 348 mi
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TIJ QRO (Queretaro) ACA
Leg 1: 3h (1,320 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (267 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → QRO
3h · 1,320 mi
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Leg 2
QRO → ACA
1h 13m · 267 mi
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TIJ NLU (Mexico City) ACA
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,417 mi) Leg 2: 1h (211 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → NLU
3h 15m · 1,417 mi
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Leg 2
NLU → ACA
1h · 211 mi
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TIJ MTY (Monterrey) ACA
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,118 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (620 mi) Total: ~4h 27m 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → MTY
2h 40m · 1,118 mi
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Leg 2
MTY → ACA
1h 47m · 620 mi
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TIJ MEX (Mexico City) ACA
Leg 1: 3h 29m (1,429 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (189 mi) Total: ~4h 39m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → MEX
3h 29m · 1,429 mi
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Leg 2
MEX → ACA
1h 10m · 189 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tijuana to Acapulco?

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Acapulco (ACA) takes approximately 3 hours and 24 minutes. The distance is 1,529 miles (2,461 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Acapulco?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tijuana to Acapulco?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Acapulco?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Acapulco is 1,529 miles (2,461 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Tijuana to Acapulco?

At 3h 24m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 258 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,290 km.

Is the return flight from Acapulco to Tijuana 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 Tijuana 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 General Abelardo L Rodriguez International for this flight?

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