How to travel from Acapulco to Cozumel, Mexico
The distance between Acapulco and Cozumel is around 1,517km (942 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 15m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Acapulco to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cozumel → Acapulco if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Helicopter
Fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical costMX$12,020($575)
Multiple operators
Bus and Helicopter
Take the bus to Mexico City Taxqueña and then to Villahermosa then jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration18h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$96,765($4,630)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Puebla CAPU and then to Playa del Carmen then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 7h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$2,950($140)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Calica then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration22h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$3,910($185)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Acapulco and Cozumel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Acapulco to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MX$2,780 ($135) and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then jump in a helicopter and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$12,020 ($575).
The distance between Acapulco and Cozumel is around 1,517km (942 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,423km (884 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Acapulco and Cozumel by plane and helicopter.
The quickest way to get from Acapulco to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx MX$12,020 ($575).
The cheapest way to travel between Acapulco and Cozumel is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MX$2,780 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Acapulco and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Acapulco and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Acapulco to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 15m.
The closest major airport to Cozumel is Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel. Cancún International Airport (CUN) (CUN) and Chetumal International Airport (CTM) (CTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Acapulco to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Acapulco (ACA) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Acapulco to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around MX$12,020 ($575).
Compare travel optionsbetween Acapulco and Cozumel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Helicopter | 3h 15m | MX$12,020($575) | on demand | 1,517km (942 miles) |
Bus and Helicopter + 2 similar | 18h 25m | MX$96,765($4,630) | twice daily | 1,906km (1,184 miles) |
| Bus to Mexico City Taxqueña, helicopter | 18h 45m | MX$96,995($4,640) | twice daily | 1,906km (1,184 miles) |
| Bus to Puebla CAPU, helicopter | 1 day 4h | MX$12,730($610) | twice daily | 1,955km (1,215 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 7h | MX$2,950($140) | once daily | 1,874km (1,164 miles) |
| Bus to Cuautla, ferry | 1 day 11h | MX$2,780($135) | once daily | 1,892km (1,176 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 22h 20m | MX$3,910($185) | once daily | 1,882km (1,170 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Acapulco and Cozumel
Bus companies
ADO
Ecobus Express
CostaLine
Futura Select
Autobuses Elite
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
Aeroméxico
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airports near Cozumel
The following major airports near Cozumel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Cozumel
Chetumal International Airport (CTM)
- Distance
- 260km (162 miles) from Cozumel