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Location: The airport is situated six miles (10km) east of Mexico City.
Time: Local time is GMT Â6 (GMT Â5 between the first Sunday in April and the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)2482 2424.
Transfer City: There is a Metro service from the airport to downtown Mexico City. Taxis are regulated and passengers can pay in advance at the taxi counter in Arrivals. There are also suburban bus services. Some hotels offer a pick-up service, however it is worth checking their charge as it's generally cheaper to take a taxi.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz and National. However driving in Mexico City is not recommended for first-time visitors.
Airport facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, banks, bureau de change, business facilities, a post office, restaurants, shops, hotel reservations and tourist information. There are facilities for disabled travellers but those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Name: Cancun International
Location: The airport is situated nine miles (17km) southwest of the hotel and resort area in Cancun.
Time: GMT Â6 (GMT Â5 between the first Sunday in April and the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)9848 7200 or 9886 0028.
Transfer City: Both taxis and colectivos can be used to get to the town. An official taxi company provides services from the airport and can be paid for at the airport just after the arrivals hall. US$14-20/20-25 mins. Colectivos are small buses that provide a door-to-door service; the driver will usually wait until it is full before leaving, US$6/30 mins.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Thrifty and National.
Airport facilities: Cancun airport has all the appurtenances one would expect at one of the world's mega-airports. Facilities include ATMs, bureau de change, business facilities, restaurants, shops, a beauty salon and tourist information. There are facilities for disabled passengers but those with special needs are advised to contact their airline in advance.
Name: Guadalajara Airport
Location: The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) south of Guadalajara.
Time: Local time is GMT Â6 (GMT Â5 between the first Sunday in April to the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)33 3688 5120.
Transfer City: The airport minibus service and authorised taxis both go to the city centre. Fares can be paid for in advance at the taxi booth outside the arrivals hall.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz and Europcar.
Airport facilities: There are shops, bars and restaurants at the airport. Other facilities include ATMs, banks, bureau de change, a post office, business facilities (fax and internet), hotel reservations and tourist information. Disabled facilities are relatively good; those with special needs are advised to contact their airline in advance.
Name: Acapulco International Airport
Location: The airport is situated 16 miles (26km) southeast of Acapulco.
Time: Local time is GMT Â6 (GMT Â5 from first Sunday in April to second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (01)744 466 9446.
Transfer City: An airport minibus service (Servicio Colectivo) goes regularly to the city centre, dropping off on request. Authorised taxis are available outside Arrivals, they take around 35 minutes to the beach area hotels and cost about US$20.
Car rental: Car rental companies Alamo, Avis, Budget, National and Hertz are represented at the airport.
Airport facilities: There are shops, bars and restaurants at the airport. Other facilities include banks, bureau de change, a post office, a tourist information kiosk and business facilities (including fax and internet). Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Cities & Regions: Baja California | Mexico City | Yucatán Peninsula | Pacific Coast | San Cristóbal de las Casas | The Copper Canyon
Location: The airport is situated 16 miles (26km) southeast of Acapulco.
Time: Local time is GMT Â6 (GMT Â5 from first Sunday in April to second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (01)744 466 9446.
Transfer City: An airport minibus service (Servicio Colectivo) goes regularly to the city centre, dropping off on request. Authorised taxis are available outside Arrivals, they take around 35 minutes to the beach area hotels and cost about US$20.
Car rental: Car rental companies Alamo, Avis, Budget, National and Hertz are represented at the airport.
Airport facilities: There are shops, bars and restaurants at the airport. Other facilities include banks, bureau de change, a post office, a tourist information kiosk and business facilities (including fax and internet). Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Cities & Regions: Baja California | Mexico City | Yucatán Peninsula | Pacific Coast | San Cristóbal de las Casas | The Copper Canyon






