PHX
Phoenix
United States
2,865 km
1,780 miles
TAP
Tapachula
Mexico
Distance
2,865 km
1,780 mi / 1,547 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Phoenix
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

PHX TAP
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Tapachula International Airport
IATA Code PHX TAP
ICAO Code KPHX MMTP
City Phoenix Tapachula
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Mexico_City
Elevation 1,135 ft 97 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 14.790000, -92.370000

Phoenix (PHX) to Tapachula (TAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) in Tapachula, Mexico is 2,865 kilometers (1,780 miles / 1,547 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 14:18 in Phoenix, it's 15:18 in Tapachula.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,038 feet between the two airports. Tapachula International Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Tapachula (TAP) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 320° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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