Tegucigalpa to Choloma flights
Choloma lies 188 km (117 mi) north-west of Tegucigalpa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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.
| Tegucigalpa | Choloma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Honduras | Honduras |
| Population | 850,848 | 139,100 |
| Elevation | 944 m (3,097 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Tegucigalpa) | UTC-6 (America/Tegucigalpa) |
| Nearest large airport | XPL, 56 km out | SAP, 18 km out |
| Postal codes | 11101 | 21112 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Tegucigalpa
Tegucigalpa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Palmerola International Airport (XPL), 56 km (35 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,064 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Toncontín Airport (TGU, 3 km).
Arriving in Choloma
Choloma is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,203 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Puerto Barrios Airport (PBR, 69 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | 18 km (11 mi) | 9,203 ft | 91 ft |
| Puerto Barrios Airport (regional) | PBR | 69 km (43 mi) | 8,880 ft | 33 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Choloma from Tegucigalpa?
188 km (117 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tegucigalpa.
How long does it take to get from Tegucigalpa to Choloma by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tegucigalpa and Choloma?
No, both are on America/Tegucigalpa at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tegucigalpa to Choloma flights?
Typically Palmerola International Airport (XPL) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP); Choloma also has PBR.
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.