Day trip from Guatemala City to Petapa
Petapa lies 16 km (10 mi) south of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Petapa is a realistic day trip from Guatemala City: about 16 min each way by road.
| Guatemala City | Petapa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Guatemala |
| Population | 994,938 | 135,447 |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 1,283 m (4,209 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Petapa
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Staying in Petapa
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Book a hotel in Petapa
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Common questions
How far is Petapa from Guatemala City?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, south of Guatemala City; by road roughly 20 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Petapa by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Petapa?
No, both are on America/Guatemala at the moment.
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.