Which airport should I fly into for Minatitlán?

For long-haul and international flights, Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport (VSA) is the main gateway near Minatitlán. The closest airport, Minatitlan/Coatzacoalcos National Airport (MTT), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Minatitlán?

The nearest is about 7 mi (12 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Minatitlán?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Minatitlán

The closest airports to Minatitlán, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Minatitlán, Mexico is Minatitlan/Coatzacoalcos National Airport (MTT), about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 25 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport (VSA).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
MTT	Minatitlan/Coatzacoalcos National AirportMinatitlan, Mexico	7 mi / 12 km	25 min	Regional
VSA	Carlos Rovirosa Perez International AirportVillahermosa, Mexico	114 mi / 184 km	2 hr 39 min	International
VER	General Heriberto Jara International AirportVeracruz, Mexico	133 mi / 214 km	3 hr 5 min	International
TGZ	Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTuxtla Gutierrez, Mexico	142 mi / 228 km	3 hr 18 min	International
OAX	Xoxocotlan International AirportOaxaca, Mexico	159 mi / 256 km	3 hr 42 min	International
JAL	El Lencero AirportXalapa, Mexico	178 mi / 287 km	4 hr 9 min	Regional
CME	Ciudad del Carmen International AirportCiudad del Carmen, Mexico	186 mi / 300 km	4 hr 4 min	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Minatitlan/Coatzacoalcos National Airport (MTT) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport (VSA) (114 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Minatitlán. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MTT.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MTT saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Minatitlán is Minatitlan/Coatzacoalcos National Airport (MTT), about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 25 min by road.