Guatemala City to Tapachula flights
Tapachula lies 190 km (118 mi) west of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Guatemala City | Tapachula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Mexico |
| Population | 994,938 | 353,706 |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 165 m (541 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Nearest large airport | GUA, 7 km out | TAP, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tapachula
Crossing from Guatemala into Mexico: money changes from the Quetzal to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Guatemala City
Guatemala City is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is La Aurora International Airport (GUA), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,800 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Tapachula
Tapachula is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tapachula International Airport (TAP), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,562 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Retalhuleu Airport (RER, 74 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tapachula International Airport (regional) | TAP | 17 km (11 mi) | 6,562 ft | 97 ft |
| Retalhuleu Airport (regional) | RER | 74 km (46 mi) | 5,065 ft | 656 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tapachula from Guatemala City?
190 km (118 mi) in a straight line, west of Guatemala City.
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Tapachula by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Tapachula?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Guatemala City to Tapachula flights?
Typically La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP); Tapachula also has RER.
What currency do I need in Tapachula?
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.