# Toncontín Airport (TGU) > Tegucigalpa, HN · 6 km (4 mi) from the centre of Tegucigalpa Web: https://airport.flights/airport/tgu JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/tgu.json ## Facts - **IATA**: TGU - **ICAO**: MHTG - **Timezone**: America/Tegucigalpa - **Runways**: 1 - **Terminals**: 1 ## Overview ## Welcome Toncontín Airport (TGU) isn’t your typical airport — it’s an adrenaline rush for aviation enthusiasts. The approach is world-famous for its tight maneuvers through hills and a runway just long enough to keep it all exciting. Located 6 kilometers from downtown Tegucigalpa, the airport’s intimate proximity to the city means you can quickly zip between the two, provided you can handle the dramatic landing. ## At a glance With just one terminal, Toncontín navigates an average of null passenger movements annually, offering selective services in a compact space. Expect fewer amenities than larger airports, but enjoy the streamlined process that comes with such minimalism, especially during non-peak hours. ## Terminals & layout Toncontín operates a single terminal. It's straightforward, allowing travelers to navigate quickly but offering limited dining and shopping compared to more sprawling airports. Still, you’ll find essentials like a Duty Free Shop and a modest selection of eateries including Wendy’s and Café. ## Getting to and from the city Travelers can reach central Tegucigalpa in roughly 10 to 30 minutes by taxi, typically costing L200-300 (about $8-12), depending on traffic. Minibus services from hotels sometimes offer complimentary or paid shuttle services costing around L250-400. Speaking of adventure, the local buses provide a slow, yet budget-friendly option at L10 or less. Private transfers cost roughly L300-500 and offer a bit more comfort and speed. ## Traveller essentials Be aware of the airport’s overnight closure; it opens around 6:00 a.m. Plan ahead if your flight is outside regular operational hours. Wi-Fi is spotty, best secured in select coffee shops or the internationally accessible Salas Internacionales VIP Club. Preparing with local currency beforehand is smart since the exit tax is cash-only, and card machines are fickle. ## Dining & shopping highlights Dining options are limited, so consider grabbing a meal before arriving or pack snacks. Dunkin’ Donuts and the Coffee Shop are your go-to spots should you need a caffeine fix. Shopping includes last-minute local gifts — think coffee, rum, and crafts — available at the Souvenir Store and Duty Free Shop, rounding out your Honduran adventure. ## Lounges The Salas Internacionales VIP Club lounge is a comfy escape within the confines of Toncontín. For L200-300, the lounge offers quieter surroundings, more reliable Wi-Fi, and basic amenities, providing a much-needed retreat from the bustling main terminal. ## Insider tips - **Insider:** Bring enough local currency for the cash-only exit tax; credit card machines tend to be unreliable. - **Time:** The airport closes overnight; plan accommodation nearby if arriving late or departing early. - **Avoid:** Don't count on public Wi-Fi; it’s best in coffee shops or the VIP lounge. - **Quiet:** For tranquility, access the Salas Internacionales VIP Club lounge; it’s a respite from the crowded terminal. - **Local:** Savor last-minute Honduran gifts like coffee or rum from shops within the departure area. - **Time:** Check-in and security can become drawn-out, especially when flights are delayed; arrive early for peace of mind. - **Money:** Arrange taxis or shuttles ahead for safer and more comfortable travels to central Tegucigalpa. ## Terminals (1) - **Terminal 1** ## Dining (5) - **Café** - **Coffee Shop** - **Dunkin’ Donuts** - **Snack Bar** - **Wendy’s** ## Lounges (1) - **Salas Internacionales VIP Club** — 1 · Main terminal, lounge membership · pay-per-use ## Shops (5) - **Currency Exchange** - **Duty Free Shop** - **Gift Shop** - **Newsstand** - **Souvenir Store** ## Parking (3) - **Long-Term Parking** — Surface lot - **Main Parking Lot** — Surface lot - **Short-Term Parking** — Surface lot ## Ground transport (4) - **Airport Taxi Rank** — Taxi · Roughly 10–20 minutes to central Tegucigalpa in light traffic; 25–30 minutes at rush hour, according to multiple traveler reports. · Typically reported L200–300 (about $8–12) from Toncontín to central Tegucigalpa when negotiated in advance, per TripAdvisor and forum reports. - **Hotel Shuttle** — Minibus · Hotel guests repeatedly describe the ride from Toncontín to major Tegucigalpa hotels as 15–25 minutes depending on traffic. · Commonly reported in hotel reviews as around L250–400 (roughly $10–16) per trip for paid shuttles, sometimes complimentary at higher‑end hotels. - **Local Bus Service** — Bus · No consistent firsthand timing from the airport; general comments describe city bus journeys across Tegucigalpa as slow and variable depending on stops and traffic. · Travelers discussing Tegucigalpa city buses describe fares as roughly L10 or less (under $1) per ride. - **Private Transfer** — Car service · Similar to taxis, travelers describe private transfers from Toncontín to central areas as about 15–25 minutes in normal traffic. · Forum users report typical private car transfers within Tegucigalpa starting around L300–500 (roughly $12–20) per vehicle, more for longer intercity routes. ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Bring enough local currency for the cash-only exit tax; credit card machines tend to be unreliable. - _Time_: The airport closes overnight; plan accommodation nearby if arriving late or departing early. - _Avoid_: Don't count on public Wi-Fi; it’s best in coffee shops or the VIP lounge. - _Quiet_: For tranquility, access the Salas Internacionales VIP Club lounge; it’s a respite from the crowded terminal. - _Local_: Savor last-minute Honduran gifts like coffee or rum from shops within the departure area. - _Time_: Check-in and security can become drawn-out, especially when flights are delayed; arrive early for peace of mind. - _Money_: Arrange taxis or shuttles ahead for safer and more comfortable travels to central Tegucigalpa.