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La Esperanza, Cortés Department, Honduras – Honduras Flag

Current Date And Time In La Esperanza, Honduras

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
16:59:54 CST
Currency: Honduran Lempira (HNL)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 985
District: San Pedro Sula

🗺 Map of La Esperanza, Cortés Department, Honduras – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Esperanza, a city in Cortés Department, Honduras, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for La Esperanza — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of La Esperanza.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Honduras operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Esperanza, Cortés Department

📍 LATITUDE
15.417°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
88.183°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.4167° N88.1833° W
Signed Decimal Degrees15.4167-88.1833
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 25' 0" N88° 10' 60" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 25.0002' N88° 10.9998' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Esperanza Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:36 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:18 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:57 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from La Esperanza’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 La Esperanza’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,716 km
(1,066 mi) • La Esperanza is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,463 km
(5,880 mi) • La Esperanza is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.417° S, 91.817° E
The point exactly opposite La Esperanza through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Esperanza, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 1,715 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of La Esperanza

📍 Location Details

CityLa Esperanza
StateCortés Department (Cortes)
CountryHonduras
ContinentNorth America
DistrictSan Pedro Sula
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population985
Elevation214 m / 702 ft
GPS (DD)15.4167, -88.1833

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Esperanza

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Cortés Department
Parent Country: Honduras

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 985
🏆 State Rank: #57 of 62 most populous in Cortés Department
🏠 Share of Cortés Department Population: 0.061%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Esperanza to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Cortés Department.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NacoCortés DepartmentS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
CofradíaCortés DepartmentSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Santa ElenaCortés DepartmentSE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Buenos AiresCortés DepartmentN7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
El MarañónCortés DepartmentE14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
ArmentaCortés DepartmentNE17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from La Esperanza to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • San Pedro Sula
20 km (12 mi)
NE of La Esperanza • ~20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tegucigalpa
182 km (113 mi)
SE of La Esperanza • ~3h 2m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Cortés Department

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Cortés Department, the home state of La Esperanza, along with each city's aerial distance from San Pedro Sula, Cortés Department's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
San Pedro Sula15.5059° N-88.0259° W90 m0 km🗺 View Map
Choloma15.6144° N-87.953° W41 m14 km🗺 View Map
Puerto Cortez15.8256° N-87.9297° W10 m37 km🗺 View Map
La Lima15.4333° N-87.9167° W33 m14 km🗺 View Map
Villanueva15.3148° N-87.9938° W85 m22 km🗺 View Map
Cofradía15.4° N-88.15° W111 m18 km🗺 View Map
Potrerillos15.2301° N-87.9639° W48 m31 km🗺 View Map
Santa Cruz de Yojoa14.9809° N-87.8909° W477 m60 km🗺 View Map
Baracoa15.7758° N-87.8526° W28 m35 km🗺 View Map
Pimienta Vieja15.2333° N-87.9667° W92 m31 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport
IATA: SAP
28 km (17 mi) from La Esperanza
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🌍 La Esperanza Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Esperanza Matter

The exact GPS location of La Esperanza gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Cortés Department. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Cortés Department state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for La Esperanza Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for La Esperanza are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Esperanza

The satellite view of La Esperanza lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Honduras map

🌎 Regional Position of La Esperanza in Cortés Department

La Esperanza sits within Cortés Department, Honduras, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with La Esperanza Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Esperanza for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Cortés Department. › Browse every city in Cortés Department

💻 Using La Esperanza Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Esperanza in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Honduras. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use La Esperanza Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of La Esperanza directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to La Esperanza. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Cortés Department CitiesAccess the full city directory for Cortés Department ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Esperanza Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Esperanza?

The GPS coordinates of La Esperanza are latitude 15.4167° and longitude -88.1833°. In directional format: 15.4167° N, 88.1833° W. These coordinates mark the center of La Esperanza in Cortés Department and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Esperanza located?

La Esperanza is a city in Cortés Department, Honduras, on the continent of North America. It falls within San Pedro Sula. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Esperanza?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Esperanza sits at: Latitude 15° 25' 0" N and Longitude 88° 10' 60" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of La Esperanza?

La Esperanza has a population of approximately 985 people. This is roughly 0.061% of Cortés Department's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Cortés Department.

🗺 How can I view La Esperanza on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Esperanza is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.4167, -88.1833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Esperanza in Cortés Department. For broader context, explore the Cortés Department state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Esperanza?

The nearest airport to La Esperanza is Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP), roughly 28 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is La Esperanza from San Pedro Sula?

La Esperanza is approximately 20 km (12 mi) from San Pedro Sula, the capital of Cortés Department, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Cortés Department.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Esperanza?

La Esperanza sits at an elevation of approximately 214 meters (702 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Cortés Department.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Esperanza?

The closest cities to La Esperanza include Naco, Cofradía, Santa Elena. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in La Esperanza today?

Today in La Esperanza, sunrise is at 05:36 AM and sunset is at 06:18 PM, giving a day length of 12h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Esperanza's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Esperanza from the Equator?

La Esperanza is approximately 1,716 km (1,066 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,463 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from La Esperanza?

The antipodal point of La Esperanza — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 1,715 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is La Esperanza from Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras?

La Esperanza is approximately 182 km (113 mi) SE of Tegucigalpa, the national capital of Honduras, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.