Helicopter from Mexico City to Acapulco & Valle de Bravo

What if you could trade a 4-hour drive through winding mountain roads for a 45-minute helicopter flight with stunning aerial views? That's exactly what helicopter charters from Mexico City offer for popular weekend getaways like Acapulco and Valle de Bravo.

Mexico City → Acapulco by Helicopter

• • Flight time: Approximately 45–55 minutes
• • vs. driving: 4–5 hours on the Autopista del Sol
• • Passengers: Up to 5 (depending on helicopter model)
• • Estimated cost: $4,500–$6,750 USD one way

The flight takes you over the Sierra Madre del Sur with breathtaking views. You'll land at Acapulco's helipad or airport, with a car waiting to take you to your hotel or villa. It's the ultimate way to start a beach weekend.

Mexico City → Valle de Bravo by Helicopter

• • Flight time: Approximately 20–25 minutes
• • vs. driving: 2–3 hours (more on weekends with traffic)
• • Passengers: Up to 5
• • Estimated cost: $1,800–$3,000 USD one way

Valle de Bravo is Mexico City's favorite weekend escape — a picturesque lakeside town surrounded by forests and mountains. The problem? Friday afternoon traffic can turn a 2-hour drive into 4+ hours. A helicopter eliminates that entirely.

Departure Points in Mexico City

Helicopter flights typically depart from helipads in the Santa Fe business district, Polanco, or the Toluca area. We'll recommend the closest departure point based on your location in the city. Some key helipads:

• • Santa Fe: Convenient for west-side residents and business travelers.
• • Polanco/Lomas: Central location, ideal for most passengers.
• • Toluca Airport: For those combining a helicopter leg with a longer jet flight.

Available Helicopters

• • Bell 407: 5 passengers, fast and comfortable. Great all-rounder.
• • Airbus H130: 6 passengers, panoramic windows, quieter cabin.
• • Bell 429: Twin-engine, 7 passengers, premium choice for corporate travel.

When Does a Helicopter Make Sense?

• • Friday evening escapes: Skip the traffic, arrive before sunset.
• • Sunday returns: Avoid the brutal return traffic to CDMX.
• • Special occasions: Birthdays, anniversaries, proposals.
• • Business day trips: Fly to Acapulco for lunch and be back for dinner.

Helicopter charters are surprisingly accessible when split among a group. Ready to skip the traffic? Let us plan your flight.