Chicago to Acapulco (ORD–ACA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Acapulco
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and ACA, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to ACA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
PBI ~7h 55m MEX ~16h 40m GDL ~19h 7m IAH ~19h 44m DFW ~21h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
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Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORD → ACA
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Return
ACA → ORD
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Acapulco is 1 hour behind Chicago.
ORD: CDT · ACA: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Acapulco.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.

Facts

ORD–ACA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Acapulco route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: ACA
Full nameGeneral Juan N. Álvarez International Airport
IATA / ICAOACA / MMAA
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Elevation16 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to ACA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PBI, MEX, GDL, IAH, DFW and YUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Acapulco is 1 hour behind Chicago.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via PBI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.