Which airport should I fly into for San Cristóbal de las Casas?

For long-haul and international flights, Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) is the main gateway near San Cristóbal de las Casas. The closest airport, Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from San Cristóbal de las Casas?

The nearest is about 28 mi (45 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 San Cristóbal de las Casas?

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 San Cristóbal de las Casas

The closest airports to San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico is Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ), about 28 mi (45 km) away — roughly 54 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
TGZ	Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTuxtla Gutierrez, Mexico	28 mi / 45 km	54 min	International
VSA	Carlos Rovirosa Perez International AirportVillahermosa, Mexico	88 mi / 142 km	2 hr 3 min	International
HUG	Huehuetenango AirportHuehuetenango, Guatemala	125 mi / 201 km	2 hr 54 min	Regional
TAP	Tapachula International AirportTapachula, Mexico	135 mi / 217 km	3 hr 8 min	International
PKJ	Playa Grande AirportPlaya Grande, Guatemala	135 mi / 218 km	3 hr 9 min	Regional
CME	Ciudad del Carmen International AirportCiudad del Carmen, Mexico	144 mi / 232 km	3 hr 21 min	International
AAZ	Quezaltenango AirportQuezaltenango, Guatemala	150 mi / 241 km	3 hr 29 min	Regional
CTF	Coatepeque AirportCoatepeque, Guatemala	150 mi / 241 km	3 hr 29 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) is the most convenient at about 28 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

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 San Cristóbal de las Casas. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TGZ.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TGZ 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 San Cristóbal de las Casas is Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ), about 28 mi (45 km) away — roughly 54 min by road.