San Antonio Copalar Airport

Comitán, Mexico

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Regional gateway serving the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico.

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Comitán, Mexico

San Antonio Copalar Airport, designated by IATA code CJT and ICAO code MMCO, is a small regional airport serving Comitán de Domínguez, a city in the highlands of Chiapas in southern Mexico. It provides limited scheduled air service connecting the region to other Mexican cities. The airport serves an area of historical and cultural significance, situated near the Mayan ruins of Chinkultic and the Montebello Lakes National Park, making it relevant to both commerce and tourism. Due to its small size and limited traffic, it operates with basic infrastructure compared to larger Mexican airports. Comitán is one of the more prominent cities in Chiapas after the state capital Tuxtla Gutiérrez, and the airport helps reduce travel times for residents who would otherwise face long overland journeys to reach major air hubs.

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The airport operates a single small terminal with basic passenger facilities befitting its regional status.

Getting to & from

Ground transport between the airport and Comitán city center is primarily available via taxi and private vehicle.

Notable facts

›Located in the Chiapas highlands near the Guatemalan border region.
›Serves as a regional alternative to the busier Tuxtla Gutiérrez Angel Albino Corzo International Airport.
›The surrounding area is known for the Montebello Lakes National Park and Mayan archaeological sites.
›Comitán de Domínguez is one of the largest cities in Chiapas, supporting demand for air access.
›Scheduled commercial service has historically been limited and subject to change.

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City & Place Guide

Colonial highland gem near Chiapas's lakes and Maya ruins

Comitán de Domínguez is a charming colonial city in the highlands of Chiapas, sitting at roughly 1,500 meters above sea level. Its well-preserved historic center, Baroque churches, and lively central plaza make it one of southern Mexico's most attractive mid-sized towns.

The city serves as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding region, including the stunning Lagunas de Montebello, the archaeological site of Tenam Puente, and the dramatic El Chiflón waterfalls. Comitán has a relaxed, authentic atmosphere with relatively few tourists compared to San Cristóbal de las Casas.

•Plaza Central — elegant colonial square lined with cafés and the ornate Santo Domingo church
•Lagunas de Montebello — national park with dozens of multicolored lakes near the Guatemalan border
•El Chiflón Waterfalls — powerful cascades including the towering Velo de Novia fall
•Tenam Puente — compact Maya archaeological site with hilltop pyramid and sweeping valley views
•Museo Belisario Domínguez — birthplace-turned-museum honoring the martyred senator from Comitán
•Templo de Santo Domingo — 16th-century Dominican church with fine altarpieces and colonial art

Getting around: Comitán is compact enough to explore its historic center on foot. Colectivo taxis and minibuses (combis) connect the city to surrounding villages and attractions affordably. Private taxis are plentiful for local trips, and tour agencies on the main plaza offer day-trip packages to Montebello and El Chiflón. No urban rail exists; rideshare apps have limited availability here.

Best time: The dry season from November through April offers the most pleasant weather, clear skies, and the best conditions for visiting lakes and waterfalls.

Local food: Try regional Chiapas specialties such as cochito horneado (slow-roasted pork), tamales de bola, and the local sweet liqueur called comiteco distilled from agave.

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