Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
3 hours 45 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Tijuana is 1 hour behind Mexico City and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
There are 310 flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport weekly. Catch the 00:14 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from MEX to TIJ is 23:55.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
VivaAerobus has direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Tijuana — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the popular stopovers between MEX and TIJ:
Mazatlan International Airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
For a domestic flight within Mexico, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've booked your cheap ticket from MEX to TIJ, make sure your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport is P2,177. The cheapest price for a return flight is P5,335. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MEX to TIJ by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 57 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MEX? If you've booked an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you have a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near TIJ:
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana takes about 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 3 hours and 42 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tijuana in April.
Before locking in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with the temperature ranging from 16 ºC to 28 ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to TIJ in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7 ºC and 22 ºC on average.
More about Tijuana
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Tijuana right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from MEX to TIJ:
Avenida Revolucion and Tijuana Cultural Centre are just two of the top attractions to put on your Tijuana must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tijuana Arch.
Complete your Tijuana trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Tijuana Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Tijuana.