Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport (TGZ)

Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport or Tuxtla Gutiérrez International Airport (IATA code: TGZ), opened on June 27, 2006, serves the central area of the state of Chiapas, Mexico. It operates domestic flights to key national destinations, mainly connecting with Mexico City, Cancún, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.

Official Website: chiapasdespega.com

Telephone: +52 961 153 6069 to 71 / +52 961 615 5060

Terminals

It features a single two-level passenger terminal building. The airport does not operate continuously: it opens daily around 04:30 and closes at approximately 23:00 or 23:30, after the last scheduled flights.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 1.7 million passengers.

Information Desks

Customer service and Chiapas state tourist information counters are located on the ground floor, next to the arrivals and check-in areas.

 Location

The airport is located in the municipality of Chiapa de Corzo (Km 12.48 Vergel – Ángel Albino Corzo Airport Road), approximately 35 km (20 miles) south of downtown Tuxtla Gutiérrez.

Accommodation near Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport (TGZ)

There are no on-site hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminal; however, several lodging alternatives are located along the airport access highway and in neighboring towns.

Accommodations Near the Airport

• Hotel Aeropuerto Ángel Albino Corzo: Located less than 1 km (approximately 3 minutes by car) on the airport access road, in Chiapa de Corzo.

Hotels in Chiapa de Corzo and Tuxtla Gutiérrez

Recognized hotels such as Marriott Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Hilton Garden Inn, and Fiesta Inn are found in Chiapa de Corzo (15-20 minutes away) and Tuxtla Gutiérrez (35-45 minutes away), alongside local properties:

• Posada Los Faroles (3.6 km / 2.2 miles)
• Camino Mexicano Hotel & Resort (14.4 km / 8.9 miles)
• Es Design Hotel (16.4 km / 10.2 miles)
• La Isla Auto Hotel (16.5 km / 10.3 miles)
• Hotel Albert (17.4 km / 10.8 miles)

Public and private transportation

The airport is situated about 35 km south of Tuxtla Gutiérrez and 75 km from San Cristóbal de Las Casas.

Taxis and Private Transfers

Authorized official taxis operate with ticket booths located at the exit of the terminal arrivals hall. Travel time to downtown Tuxtla Gutiérrez takes between 35 and 45 minutes (estimated fares between $400 and $500 MXN), while the journey to San Cristóbal de Las Casas takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes (between $900 and $1,200 MXN depending on private or shared service).

Rates updated as of October 16, 2026.

Buses and Shared Vans

Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC / ADO) buses and shared tourist shuttle vans connect the terminal with Tuxtla Gutiérrez and San Cristóbal de Las Casas, scheduling departures according to flight arrivals. Shared fares to San Cristóbal are around $250 to $300 MXN per person. Tickets can be purchased at the counter in the arrivals hall or online at ADO.

Rates updated as of October 16, 2026.

Ride-Hailing Apps

Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and DiDi do not have authorized pick-up points within the federal airport zone due to local regulatory restrictions, although they are permitted to drop off passengers at terminal departure curbs.

Car rental agencies

Rental car counters are located on the ground floor of the terminal building, next to the domestic arrivals area, generally operating from 07:00 to 23:00.

Car Rental Agencies

• Alamo
• America Car Rental
• Avis
• Europcar
• Fox Rent A Car
• Hertz
• Localiza
• Mex Rent A Car
• National
• OK Rent A Car

Schedules updated as of October 16, 2026.

Parking services at Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport (TGZ)

The airport features an outdoor parking lot situated directly across from the terminal building, suitable for short- and long-term parking.

Parking Areas

The main parking area is located steps away from the terminal entrances, featuring automated barrier access and security monitoring.

Important Considerations

• Payment Method: Automated payment machines inside the terminal accepting cash and cards before returning to your vehicle.
• Grace Period: A 15-minute tolerance period is granted to exit the parking lot after paying the ticket.
• Estimated Rates: Hourly rates range between $17 and $20 MXN (+ VAT), while full 24-hour long-term rates start from $52 to $70 MXN (+ VAT).

Rates updated as of October 16, 2026.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The terminal features adapted infrastructure and assistance for travelers with reduced mobility or specific travel needs.

Special Assistance Request

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or personal assistance during boarding and disembarking must request it through their airline at least 24 to 48 hours prior to flight departure.

Accessibility and Infrastructure

The terminal building is equipped with entrance access ramps and adapted restrooms for disabled passengers across all public areas.

Nursing Room

A dedicated nursing room is available, equipped with an armchair, baby changing station, refrigerator for breast milk storage, and a sink.

Unaccompanied Minors

Escort service for children traveling alone is managed and coordinated directly by each airline (Aeroméxico, Viva, or Volaris) according to their specific travel policies.