Tapachula International Airport (MMTP)
Medium airport · Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico
Airport data
| Name | Tapachula International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MMTP |
| IATA | TAP |
| Elevation | 97 ft (30 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 14°47'40" W 92°22'12" 14.79455, -92.36987 |
| Location | Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 6,562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Tapachula International Airport at a glance
Tapachula International Airport is a medium airport in Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico, known to airline systems as TAP. The field elevation of 97 ft (30 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MMTP are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 05/23, offers 6,562 ft (2000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 05 points roughly 50° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MMTP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Tapachula International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | MGRT | 78 km (42 NM) |
| San José Airport | MGSJ | 191 km (103 NM) |
| La Aurora International Airport | MGGT | 200 km (108 NM) |
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | MMTG | 209 km (113 NM) |
| Coban Airport | MGCB | 224 km (121 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tapachula International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 97 ft field elevation of Tapachula International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 71 airports and airfields we list for Mexico — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Tapachula International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tapachula International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tapachula International Airport is MMTP, and its IATA code is TAP. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tapachula International Airport above sea level?
Tapachula International Airport sits at an elevation of 97 feet (30 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tapachula International Airport located?
The airport lies at 14.7945, -92.3699 — in Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Retalhuleu Airport, about 78 km away.
Does MMTP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MMTP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Tapachula International Airport?
Tapachula International Airport has one runway. The longest, 05/23, measures 6,562 ft (2000 m) with a ASP surface.