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General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport

Acapulco, Mexico16 ft elevation

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IATA

ACA

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

MMAA

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

16 ft

The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views.

Coordinates

16.76, -99.75

Acapulco map position.

Airport scale

Large Regional Gateway

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport overview

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (ACA) serves Acapulco, Mexico. It is listed as a large regional gateway, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through ACA.

The airport sits at 16 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 16.7571, -99.7531, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Mexico.

Nearby alternatives include Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) and General Mariano Matamoros International Airport (CVJ). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

ACA planning callout

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For this page, compare ACA with nearby airport links and the Mexico country guide before finalizing route choices.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport unique facts

ACA fact 1

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport uses IATA code ACA and ICAO code MMAA.

ACA fact 2

ACA serves Acapulco in Mexico.

ACA fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #2 by estimated passenger scale among listed Mexico airports.

ACA fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #14 in the current featured airport set.

ACA fact 5

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport is classified as a large regional gateway, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

ACA fact 6

ACA sits 16 feet above sea level.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport facilities

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport restaurants

At ACA, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

ACA lounges

For General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

ACA WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving General Juan N. Álvarez Airport.

Acapulco airport parking

For departures from Acapulco, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

ACA accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

ACA ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Mexico; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

ACA currency exchange

Currency desks at General Juan N. Álvarez Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

ACA car rental

Save ACA as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

ACA medical help

For urgent health needs at ACA, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

ACA charging

At General Juan N. Álvarez Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

ACA business travel

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

ACA family travel

Families using ACA should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport terminals

ACA terminal planning

Terminal layouts at General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport can change by airline, route, and operating day. Confirm your ACA terminal after check-in, then use airport signage for transfers, baggage claim, and ground transport.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport transportation

ACA taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at ACA when arriving late or carrying luggage into Acapulco.

ACA train or metro

If rail is available at General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

ACA bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Acapulco, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from ACA.

ACA driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code ACA in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport location

ACA

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport

16.7571, -99.7531

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport

204 km from ACA

General Mariano Matamoros International Airport

237 km from ACA

Adolfo López Mateos International Airport

288 km from ACA

Lázaro Cárdenas Airport

296 km from ACA

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport traveler tips

ACA tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

ACA tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

ACA tip 3

For international departures, leave time for document checks before security as well as any terminal train or shuttle.

ACA tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 16.76 latitude and -99.75 longitude.

ACA tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

ACA tip 6

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time.

General Juan N. Álvarez Airport FAQ

Where is General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport located?

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (ACA) is located in Acapulco, Mexico, at coordinates 16.7571, -99.7531.

What is the IATA code for General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport?

The IATA code for General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport is ACA. Its ICAO code is MMAA.

Is General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport a large airport?

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport is classified as a large airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a large regional gateway in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at ACA?

For General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport?

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport is 16 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport have scheduled airline service?

General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does ACA serve?

ACA primarily serves Acapulco and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to ACA?

Nearby comparison airports include Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) and General Mariano Matamoros International Airport (CVJ).

What transport should I check first at ACA?

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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