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Toncontín International Airport to Tegucigalpa — Transport Guide 2026

Tegucigalpa Toncontín (TGU) is 6 km from central Tegucigalpa. Notorious for challenging approach (short mountain runway). Uber operates. Airport taxi (yellow) fixed rate. Palmerola (XPL) is the newer alternative airport 70 km north.

TGU6 km to cityHNLLatin America
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Last updated: 2026-08

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Uber (~$8-16)
Fastest
Uber (~15 min)

Every transport option compared

Uber

ride share · Best for: Best value + fixed price
Cost
HNL 200-400 ($8-16)
Time
15-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Uber operates. Designated pickup zone.

Airport taxi (yellow)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
HNL 400-700 ($16-28) fixed
Time
15-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed rate at booth. 2× Uber price.

Hotel arranged

private transfer · Best for: Marriott, Real InterContinental, Clarion guests
Cost
HNL 500-900 ($20-36)
Time
15-30 min
Frequency
Pre-book
Recommended for first-time visitors — safest option.

Scam warning

HONDURAS SAFETY: Avoid walking + use pre-booked or Uber only. San Pedro Sula airport (SAP) is the alternative if visiting northern Honduras (Roatan, Copán ruins). Palmerola (XPL) is newer + 70 km north.

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Getting out of Tegucigalpa (TGU)

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Toncontín International Airport from Tegucigalpa?
Toncontín International Airport (TGU) is 6 km from Tegucigalpa city centre.
What is the cheapest way from TGU to Tegucigalpa?
Uber (~$8-16)
What is the fastest way from TGU to Tegucigalpa?
Uber (~15 min)