By Air in Acapulco

By Air

American has nonstop flights to Acapulco from Dallas, with connecting service from Chicago and New York. Continental has nonstop service from Houston and Newark. Mexicana's flights from Chicago, San Antonio, New York, and Los Angeles stop in Mexico City before continuing on to Acapulco. Aeroméxico has one-stop or connecting service from Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Miami, and Orlando. US Airways has a nonstop flight from Phoenix.

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan N. Alvarez is 20 minutes east of the city. Private taxis aren't permitted to carry passengers from the airport to town, so most people rely on Transportes Aeropuerto, a special airport taxi service. The helpful English-speaking staff will help you get on your way. Look for the desk with the sign that says taxis on the walkway outside the terminal. Tell the attendant what hotel you want, buy your ticket, and follow the directions to reach the dispatcher, who will guide you to your transportation. The ride from the airport to the hotel zone on the strip costs about $8 per person for the colectivo (shared minivan) and starts at $26 for an authorized cab. The drivers are usually helpful and will often take you to hotels that aren't on their list. Tips are optional, but appreciated.

Airport & Transfers

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan N. Alvarez (744/466-9434). Transportes Aeropuerto (744/462-1095).

Carriers

Aeroméxico (744/466-9109). American (744/466-9227). Continental (744/466-9063). Delta (01800/902-2100 toll-free in Mexico). Mexicana (744/486-7587). US Airways (744/466-9257).