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TAG Airlines

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TAG Airlines is a regional airline based in Guatemala City that flies within Guatemala and to neighboring countries in Central America and Mexico. This guide covers its hub, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in and airport transportation.

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Hub

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The airline

About TAG Airlines

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with TAG Airlines before travel.

Official name

Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos, S.A.

Callsign

TANGO GOLF UNIFORM

Country

Guatemala

Founded

1969

Head office

Zone 13, Guatemala City, Guatemala

Alliance

None (interline agreement with Iberia)

Frequent-flyer program

None published on the airline's website

Official website

tagairlines.com

TAG Airlines is the trading name of Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos, a regional airline founded in 1969 and headquartered in Zone 13 of Guatemala City. It is not a member of an airline alliance, and it has an interline agreement with Iberia.

Its hub is La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City, and Flores, the gateway to Tikal, is a focus city. From there it flies domestic routes to Flores and Puerto Barrios and international routes to Belize City, San Salvador, Roatán and San Pedro Sula. San Salvador also has nonstop flights to Roatán, and a seasonal Flores–Mérida route in Mexico is scheduled from November 3, 2026.

The fleet of five aircraft is made up of four ATR 72-500 turboprops and one Embraer ERJ 145 regional jet.

Network

Where TAG Airlines flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Some trips connect in Guatemala City rather than flying nonstop; check the itinerary when you book.

Guatemala

Guatemala City to Flores (for Tikal) and to Puerto Barrios on the Caribbean coast.

Belize, El Salvador and Honduras

Guatemala City to Belize City, San Salvador, Roatán and San Pedro Sula, plus San Salvador–Roatán.

Mexico

Flores–Mérida, three times a week, scheduled from November 3, 2026 through January 30, 2027.

Aircraft

TAG Airlines fleet

TAG Airlines operates five aircraft: four ATR 72-500 turboprops and one Embraer ERJ 145. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

ATR 72-500

Turboprops with about 72 seats in a 2-2 layout, used on most domestic and regional routes.

Embraer ERJ 145

A 50-seat regional jet.

On board

TAG Airlines cabin classes

TAG Airlines flies a single economy cabin. What is included, such as checked bags and changes, depends on the fare you buy.

Economy

All seats are in one cabin. On the ATR 72 seating is 2-2, with no middle seats.

Fare options

Fares differ in flexibility and baggage allowance. TAG tickets are non-refundable, and date changes follow the fare conditions. Review the fare rules before you buy.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

TAG Airlines baggage allowances depend on the fare and on whether the flight is domestic or international.

Carry-on

Carry-on allowances depend on fare and aircraft. Space in the cabin is limited on the ATR 72, so check the limits shown in your booking.

Checked baggage

Some fares include checked bags and others do not. Domestic and international flights have different weight allowances; check your booking for the allowance on your ticket.

Special items

Dangerous goods such as explosives and flammable liquids are not accepted. Keep cameras, computers, jewelry, cash and documents in your carry-on. Check the official TAG Airlines website before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

TAG Airlines offers online check-in on tagairlines.com. Its terms ask passengers to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights, and all flights close 45 minutes before departure.

  1. 1 Confirm

    Confirm the airport, departure time and check-in area in your booking.

  2. 2 Documents

    Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.

  3. 3 Check in

    Check in online on tagairlines.com when it opens for your flight.

  4. 4 Boarding pass

    Download your boarding pass or print it.

  5. 5 Arrive early

    Arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights; check-in closes 45 minutes before departure.

Lounges

TAG Airlines does not list its own airport lounges on its website. Independent lounges may be available at La Aurora International Airport; check access conditions with the lounge operator before you travel.

Loyalty program

TAG Airlines does not publish a frequent-flyer program on its website. Check the official site for any current offers or travel packages before you book.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use TAG Airlines' official services:

TAG Airlines website

tagairlines.com for booking, check-in and trip management

Customer service

Phone and WhatsApp contacts for Guatemala and Mexico are listed on the official website

Where you land

TAG Airlines airports

TAG Airlines runs its network through La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City. Check the airport and departure details on your booking before you arrange a transfer.

La Aurora International Airport Hub

GUA · Guatemala City

The airline's hub and maintenance base, with flights to Flores, Puerto Barrios, Belize City, San Salvador, Roatán and San Pedro Sula. TAG does not publish which terminal or check-in area each flight uses, so confirm it in your booking.

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Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport

BZE · Belize City

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Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport

MID · Mérida

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El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez

SAL · San Salvador

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Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport

SAP · San Pedro Sula

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Other bases

Mundo Maya International Airport in Flores is a focus city, with flights to Guatemala City and, from November 3, 2026, to Mérida, Mexico.

Ground transport

Airport transportation for TAG Airlines passengers

Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.

Book from GUA →Book from BZE →Book from MID →Book from SAL →Book from SAP →

Airport Transportation is an independent platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by TAG Airlines.

Questions

TAG Airlines FAQs

What are TAG Airlines' airline codes?

TAG Airlines' IATA code is 5U and its ICAO code is TGU.

What is TAG Airlines' main hub?

La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. Flores (Mundo Maya International Airport) is a focus city.

Is TAG Airlines part of an alliance?

No. TAG Airlines is not a member of an airline alliance. It has an interline agreement with Iberia.

Does TAG Airlines have a frequent-flyer program?

TAG Airlines does not publish a frequent-flyer program on its website.

Which terminal does TAG Airlines use in Guatemala City?

TAG Airlines flies from La Aurora International Airport but does not publish a terminal for each flight. Confirm the check-in area in your booking before you travel.

Does TAG Airlines fly to Cancún?

No. Cancún is not among the destinations TAG Airlines lists on its website. Its Mexico route is Flores–Mérida, scheduled from November 3, 2026.

Does TAG Airlines fly to Mérida?

Yes. TAG Airlines has a Flores–Mérida route scheduled three times a week from November 3, 2026 through January 30, 2027.

Does TAG Airlines fly to San Salvador?

Yes. TAG Airlines flies between Guatemala City and San Salvador, and between San Salvador and Roatán.

Does TAG Airlines fly to Roatán?

Yes. TAG Airlines flies to Roatán from Guatemala City and from San Salvador.

How early should I arrive for a TAG Airlines flight?

TAG's terms ask passengers to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights. All flights close 45 minutes before departure.

Is Airport Transportation affiliated with TAG Airlines?

No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by TAG Airlines.

Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.

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