Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Tapachula

1 airline flys nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP). It's 1,972 miles (3,173 km), about 4h 20m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
TAP
Tapachula International Airport
🇲🇽 Tapachula, Mexico
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,972 mi
3,173 km
CO₂/pax
333 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → TAP
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,972 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Tapachula with one stop · direct emits 333 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ MTY (Monterrey) TAP
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,118 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (907 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → MTY
2h 40m · 1,118 mi
View TIJ to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → TAP
2h 20m · 907 mi
View MTY to TAP flights →
TIJ GDL (Guadalajara) TAP
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,181 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (821 mi) Total: ~5h 2m 🍃 377 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → GDL
2h 52m · 1,181 mi
View TIJ to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → TAP
2h 10m · 821 mi
View GDL to TAP flights →
TIJ MEX (Mexico City) TAP
Leg 1: 3h 29m (1,429 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (546 mi) Total: ~5h 19m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → MEX
3h 29m · 1,429 mi
View TIJ to MEX flights →
Leg 2
MEX → TAP
1h 50m · 546 mi
View MEX to TAP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tijuana to Tapachula?

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Tapachula (TAP) takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,972 miles (3,173 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Tapachula?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tijuana to Tapachula?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Tapachula?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Tapachula is 1,972 miles (3,173 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Tijuana to Tapachula?

At 4h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tijuana to Tapachula?

Roughly 333 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,665 km.

Is the return flight from Tapachula to Tijuana also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tijuana to Tapachula?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Abelardo L Rodriguez International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.