Mexico City to Tapachula (MEX–TAP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEX–TAP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 546 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: AF | 21 | 7M8, E90 | 1h50-1h55 | – | SkyTeam | AF |
| Y4 Volaris Also: CM | 7 | 321 | 1h45 | – | – | CM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · TAP: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in Tapachula.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
MEX–TAP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to TAP
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Volaris. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to TAP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to TAP ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 546 miles (879 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via FLL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.