Flying from Merida Airport (MID) to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Each week, there are three Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 15:45 VivaAerobus flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:35 with VivaAerobus.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MID to TGZ flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Viva Aerobus is your gateway to exploring Tuxtla Gutierrez (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Viva Aerobus.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for MID to TGZ flights is Viva Aerobus.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MID and TGZ include:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Guadalajara Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
Handy information about Merida Airport (MID)
80% of flights leaving Merida Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of MID.
Central Merida to Merida Airport is approximately 8 kms (5 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MID. Whether you're taking an early flight from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ)
Get off your Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfortable option within easy reach of TGZ, check out Hotel Aeropuerto Tuxtla Gutierrez Ernesto Garcia.
Pick up a Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport rental car and explore Tuxtla Gutierrez and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Tuxtla Gutierrez. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Merida Airport to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Tuxtla Gutierrez, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 13ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MID to TGZ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Veracruz is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tuxtla Gutierrez. Around 418 kms (260 miles) away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Veracruz Cathedral, San Juan de Ulúa and Malecón Veracruz Puerto.
Villahermosa is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 137 kms (85 miles) north of Tuxtla Gutierrez. No trip is complete without seeing Tamoanchan, Catedral del Senor de Tabasco and Plaza de Armas.
