Travelling from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Tuxtla Gutierrez and Oaxaca share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TGZ to OAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight is R 1,265. A return ticket right now is R 3,063. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from TGZ to OAX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Tuxtla Gutierrez to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport, have a look at Hotel Aeropuerto Tuxtla Gutierrez Ernesto Garcia. It's a short drive from TGZ.
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near OAX:
Grab a Oaxaca Airport rental car and explore Oaxaca and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Oaxaca Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
From Oaxaca Airport, Oaxaca is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Oaxaca in March.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Oaxaca Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TGZ to OAX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Oaxaca. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca. No journey is complete without dropping by Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.