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Mexico City International Airport (MEX)

Location: The airport is situated six miles (10km) east of Mexico City.
Time: Local time is GMT –6 (GMT –5 between the first Sunday in April and the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)2482 2424.
Transfer between terminals: Passengers in possession of an electronic reservation password, ticket and/or boarding pass are transported free of charge on the Air Train between terminals one and two. The general public have to take the public transportation bus between the terminals at a nominal charge. Both services are available 24 hours a day.
Getting to the city: There is a Mexico City Metro subway system linking 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 including Autobuses del Oriente (ADO), Autobuses Estrella Roja and Autobuses Pullman de Morelos. Some hotels offer a pick-up service, however it is worth checking their charge as it is generally cheaper to take a taxi. Car rentals are available.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz and National (driving in Mexico City is not recommended for first-time visitors).
Airport Taxis: Taxis are regulated and passengers can pay in advance at the taxi counter in Arrivals. Authorized taxis are white and mustard yellow with an aeroplane logo. It takes about 45 minutes to the city centre and costs around US$20.
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.
Parking: The airport has four well-maintained and organised parking lots with a capacity for almost 5,000 vehicles.
Departure Tax: US$18 to US$38.
Website: www.aicm.com.mx
See full guide to Mexico City International

Cancun International Airport (CUN)

Location: The airport is situated nine miles (17km) southwest of the hotel and resort area in Cancun.
Time: GMT –6 (GMT –5 between the first Sunday in April and the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 99 8848 7200
Transfer between terminals: A shuttle bus runs between the main entrances to the terminals every 10 mins.
Getting to the 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, the drive takes 20 to 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. Taxis also go to Playa del Carmen 335 Pesos/US$30-35 and the trip takes approximately 1 hour.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Thrifty and National.
Airport Taxis: Official taxis provide services from the airport and can paid for at the airport just after the arrivals hall. Taxis go to both Cancun and Playa del Carmen.
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.
Parking: Parking is available nest to the terminal entrance, starting at MXN 24 per hour up to a maximum of MXN 150 per day.
Departure Tax: US$18 to US$29.
Website: www.asur.com.mx
See full guide to Cancun International

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)

Location: The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) south of Guadalajara.
Time: Local time is GMT –6 (GMT –5 between the first Sunday in April to the second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)33 3688 5248.
Getting to the 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 Taxis: Regular taxis are not allowed to pick passengers up at the airport, however they do drop people off and charge between US$12 and US$20. Autotransportaciones Aeropuerto runs a minibus and taxi service fares range from US$23 and US$18 for up to three people travelling to the same destination. Passengers can buy tickets at the ticket booth situated outside the terminal exit.
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.
Parking: Parking is available.
Airport hotels: Casa Grande Hotel is situated close to the airport.
Departure Tax: US$18 to $US29 (sometime included in the ticket, check with your booking agent).
Website: www.guadalajara.aeropuertosgap.com.mx
See full guide to Guadalajara Airport

General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA)

Location: The airport is situated 16 miles (26km) southeast of Acapulco.
Time: Local time is GMT –6 (GMT –5 from first Sunday in April to second last Saturday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +52 (01)744 466 9446.

Getting to the 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 Taxis: Taxis are available outside the main terminal. The trip to the main beach area takes 30 mins and costs between US$20 and US$25.
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.
Parking: Parking is available.
Departure Tax: US$18 to US$29 (sometimes included in the ticket price, check with your booking agent).
See full guide to Acapulco International Airport
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Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

Location: The airport is located 5 miles (8 km) north of Puerto Vallarta.
Time: Local time is CST.
Contacts: Tel: +52 (322)221 1298.
Getting to the city: Areomovil taxi transportation is the main source of transport from the airport, as well as combi bus (Colectivo minivan) which charge rates based on the zone of travel. The fare must be paid before departure at a small kiosk located just outside the terminal. Limos.com also provide a service for passengers from the airport. Taxis can be flagged down from the highway and travellers can expect to pay around US$10 to get to Puerto Vallarta. The local bus travels through to Puerto Vallarta at a cost of around 3 Pesos.
Car rental: There are several car rental agencies located in the terminal.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available just outside the terminal and rates are charged based on the zones of travel. Taxis can also be flagged down from and travellers can expect to pay around US$10 to get to Puerto Vallarta.
Facilities: The airport features a bank, a bureaux de change, cash machines, several small shops on the ground level of the airport, duty-free shops, a café, restaurant and a bar.
Parking: There is short-term parking available.
Departure Tax: US$23 (generally included in the airline ticket, check with your booking agent).
Website: aeropuertosgap.com.mx/english/index-site.html
See full guide to Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta)
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General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (MTY)

Location: The airport is in Apodac.
Time: GMT –6 (GMT –5 between the first Sunday in April and the second last Saturday in October).
Parking: Parking is available near each terminal. Short-term parking is MXN28 per hour up to MXN 300 per day, while long-term parking is MXN48 for the first three hours up to MXN 190 per day. Premium parking is available near Terminal B.
See full guide to Monterrey Airport
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