Apopa to Tuxtla flights
Tuxtla lies 534 km (332 mi) north-west of Apopa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 26 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Apopa | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | El Salvador | Mexico |
| Population | 112,158 | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 434 m (1,424 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/El_Salvador) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Nearest large airport | SAL, 42 km out | TGZ, 23 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tuxtla
Crossing from El Salvador into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Apopa
Apopa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL), 42 km (26 mi) from the centre, whose 10,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Ilopango International Airport (ILS, 14 km).
Arriving in Tuxtla
Tuxtla is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (regional) | TGZ | 23 km (14 mi) | 8,202 ft | 1,499 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tuxtla from Apopa?
534 km (332 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Apopa.
How long does it take to get from Apopa to Tuxtla by air?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Apopa and Tuxtla?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Apopa to Tuxtla flights?
Typically El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL) to Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ).
What currency do I need in Tuxtla?
The Peso (MXN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.