Flying from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP): What you need to know
Mexico City's main airport is Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Check out your options for departing from this terminal when searching for flights from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP).
1 hour 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport flight.
Tapachula International Airport is located in Tapachula. The city's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City.
The most popular route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP), with 27 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MEX to TAP is the 5:50am Aeromexico option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9pm with Aeromexico.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to TAP. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) leaving from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
You can lock in a direct flight from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport with Aeromexico. This popular airline operates departures from MEX.
Most travellers choose to fly with Aeromexico from MEX to TAP.
Aeromexico leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 91.07% of services landing on schedule.
MEX is about 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is around 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours.
Relax before your Mexico City to TAP flight at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
76% of flights out of Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
Hop off your flight from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short journey from TAP, unpack your bags at Loft shaula.
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport flight.
Getting from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to central Tapachula
Tapachula International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Tapachula. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport is $62. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $183. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to TAP.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
January is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport (TAP). Plan your visit to Tapachula in November if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Mexico City to TAP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Tapachula, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tapachula
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Tapachula International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tapachula:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Catedral de San José, Tajumulco Volcano and Main Park Ejidal Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tapachula itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Tapachula has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north of Tapachula, a visit to Comitan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Parque Central, Mirador de Comitán and Museo De La Ciudad.
Around 225 kilometres north of Tapachula, Chiapa de Corzo is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Exconvento de Santo Domingo, Cascada El Chorreadero and Iglesia de santo domingo de Gusman.