SAN
San Diego
United States
3,203 km
1,990 miles
TAP
Tapachula
Mexico
Distance
3,203 km
1,990 mi / 1,730 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
123°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

SAN TAP
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Tapachula International Airport
IATA Code SAN TAP
ICAO Code KSAN MMTP
City San Diego Tapachula
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Mexico_City
Elevation 17 ft 97 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 14.790000, -92.370000

San Diego (SAN) to Tapachula (TAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) in Tapachula, Mexico is 3,203 kilometers (1,990 miles / 1,730 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 02:49 in San Diego, it's 04:49 in Tapachula.

The return flight from Tapachula (TAP) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 313° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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