Tuxtla to Apopa flights
Apopa lies 534 km (332 mi) south-east of Tuxtla, 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.
| Tuxtla | Apopa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | El Salvador |
| Population | 604,147 | 112,158 |
| Elevation | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 434 m (1,424 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/El_Salvador) |
| Nearest large airport | TGZ, 23 km out | SAL, 42 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Apopa
Crossing from Mexico into El Salvador: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +503; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648879 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez | SAL | 42 km (26 mi) | 10,500 ft | 101 ft |
| Ilopango International Airport (regional) | ILS | 14 km (9 mi) | 7,349 ft | 2,027 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Apopa from Tuxtla?
534 km (332 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tuxtla.
How long does it take to get from Tuxtla to Apopa 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 Tuxtla and Apopa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tuxtla to Apopa flights?
Typically Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) to El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL); Apopa also has ILS.
What currency do I need in Apopa?
The Dollar (USD).
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.