LAX
Los Angeles
United States
3,371 km
2,095 miles
TAP
Tapachula
Mexico
Distance
3,371 km
2,095 mi / 1,820 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
123°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LAX TAP
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Tapachula International Airport
IATA Code LAX TAP
ICAO Code KLAX MMTP
City Los Angeles Tapachula
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Mexico_City
Elevation 128 ft 97 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 14.790000, -92.370000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Tapachula (TAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) in Tapachula, Mexico is 3,371 kilometers (2,095 miles / 1,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:46 in Los Angeles, it's 04:46 in Tapachula.

The return flight from Tapachula (TAP) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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