Toncontin Airport (now Comayagua Palmerola in the new location) serves Tegucigalpa with a drive of approximately 20 minutes to the city center. The route passes through the hilly terrain of Honduras's capital, winding through residential neighborhoods.

About Tegucigalpa City Center

Tegucigalpa is Honduras's hilly capital city, built across a valley surrounded by pine-covered mountains at 990 meters elevation. The historic center features the 18th-century St. Michael's Cathedral on the Plaza Morazan, the National Identity Museum in the former Presidential Palace, and the colorful streets leading to the Dolores Church. The Comayaguela district across the Choluteca River is the commercial hub with busy markets.

The city is not a traditional tourist destination but has a growing cultural scene with galleries, restaurants serving baleadas (Honduras's national dish), and the panoramic views from El Picacho park, which features a massive Christ statue overlooking the valley. Security concerns exist in certain neighborhoods, so visitors should stay in recommended areas like Colonia Palmira, Boulevard Morazan, and the multiplaza commercial zone.

Nearby Landmarks

Plaza Morazan St. Michael's Cathedral El Picacho Park National Identity Museum

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost Varies by traffic
Time 20-40 min

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Arrange a hotel transfer or pre-book a taxi before arrival. 2. The driver will take the main highway toward the city center. 3. The route winds through the hills for approximately 20 minutes. 4. You will be dropped at your hotel or destination.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi Varies by traffic 20-40 min Convenience, groups, heavy luggage

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Taxis operate throughout the night but should be pre-booked through your hotel or via app rather than hailed on the street for safety reasons. There is no public bus service from the airport. Airport-to-hotel transfers can be arranged through most hotels.

Luggage Tips

Use only authorized taxis or pre-arranged hotel transfers. Keep luggage in the trunk and out of sight. Do not carry expensive items visibly. Most vehicles handle standard luggage without issue.

Accessibility

Airport taxis accommodate standard luggage. Tegucigalpa's hilly terrain and uneven sidewalks are challenging for wheelchair users. Modern hotels and shopping centers in the Multiplaza area are accessible, but the historic center has limited accessibility.