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Car hire in Acapulco, Mexico

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The most popular car rental companies in Acapulco

Hiring a car in Acapulco: Fast facts

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Most popular car hire companyAlamo
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price$57
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Acapulco

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How to find a cheap car hire deal in Acapulco

Finding cheap car hire deals in Acapulco is easy with Skyscanner. We provide car hire options directly at the airports, making it convenient to pick up your vehicle as soon as you land. Use our search feature to compare prices and take advantage of our options with free cancellation, offering flexibility in case your plans change. For added convenience and savings, look for 'full to full' deals, where you return the car with a full tank. To save time, check out our keyless pick-up options, allowing you to avoid queues and get on the road quickly.

The best time to book a car in Acapulco

To secure the best deal on car hire in Acapulco, try booking around one week before your trip. While this timing generally gets you the best rate, keep an eye out for local events and festivals, which can impact availability. Planning ahead will ensure you have the ideal car ready to explore without any hassle.

What you'll need when hiring a car in Acapulco

Hiring a car in Acapulco through Skyscanner is straightforward. While the minimum driving age in Mexico is 18, some providers might require you to be at least 23 to rent a car. Some companies may also apply young driver surcharges if you're under a certain age. Ensure you have a valid driver's licence and check if an international driving permit is necessary. Each provider has its own set of rules, but Skyscanner allows you to compare and find the best deal that fits your needs.

Car hire in Acapulco: top tips for driving in Mexico

Driving in Acapulco, remember to keep to the right-hand side of the road. The speed limits are 110 km/h on highways, 80 km/h on expressways and country roads, and 40 km/h in the city. Google Maps coverage is available here, making navigation straightforward. Consider a scenic drive to nearby cities like Taxco, around 240 km away, taking about 4 hours, or a trip to Cuernavaca, 300 km away, typically around 4.5–5.5 hours of travel. For a longer drive, Mexico City is approximately 380 km from Acapulco and usually takes between 5 and 6 hours.

Frequently asked questions

The cheapest car to rent in Acapulco is an intermediate SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire company in Acapulco is currently Alamo, followed by Europcar.
On average, around $303. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Acapulco is $73.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Acapulco, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Acapulco that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Acapulco.
Most places – Acapulco included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $17 per day. The average price per day is around $57.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Alamo, Thrifty and Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Alamo as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Acapulco.

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