Jalapa to Tuxtla flights
Tuxtla lies 409 km (254 mi) north-west of Jalapa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 16 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.
| Jalapa | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Mexico |
| Population | 159,840 | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 1,360 m (4,462 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
| Nearest large airport | GUA, 58 km out | TGZ, 23 km out |
| Postal codes | 21001 | 73440 |
What changes when you arrive in Tuxtla
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 Jalapa
Jalapa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is La Aurora International Airport (GUA), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,800 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
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 Jalapa?
409 km (254 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Jalapa.
How long does it take to get from Jalapa to Tuxtla by air?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jalapa and Tuxtla?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jalapa to Tuxtla flights?
Typically La Aurora International Airport (GUA) 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.