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Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
Tapachula International Airport is an international airport serving Tapachula (Chiapas), Mexico. Its IATA code is TAP and its ICAO code is MMTP. It has one runway, 2,000 m long.
- IATATAP
- ICAOMMTP
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- TAP
- ICAO code
- MMTP
- City
- Tapachula
- Region / province
- Chiapas
- Country / territory
- Mexico
- Category
- Medium-sized airport
- Coordinates
- 14.7946° N, 92.3699° W
- Elevation
- 30 m (97 ft)
- Time zone
- America/Merida (UTC-06:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 2,000 m (6,562 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 2,000 m6,562 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
15,909 km
Direct flight: ≈ 20 h 25 min
Hanoi (HAN)
15,546 km
Direct flight: ≈ 19 h 55 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
16,479 km
Direct flight: ≈ 21 h 5 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Tower TWR | 118.200 MHz |
Air freight to and from Tapachula International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Tapachula through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Mexico
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | 209 km |
| Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport | VSA | 359 km |
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | 431 km |
| Ciudad del Carmen International Airport | CME | 433 km |
| Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International Airport | MTT | 437 km |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | 520 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Tapachula International Airport?
The IATA code of Tapachula International Airport is TAP and its ICAO code is MMTP. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Tapachula International Airport located?
Tapachula International Airport is in Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico, at coordinates 14.7946° N, 92.3699° W and an elevation of 30 m (97 ft).
How far is Tapachula International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Tapachula International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 16,479 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 15,546 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 15,909 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 21 h 5 min.
How long is the runway at Tapachula International Airport?
The longest runway at Tapachula International Airport is 2,000 m (6,562 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Tapachula International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.