Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City.
Flights from MEX to TIJ start from 00:45 — the earliest with Volaris. The last departure is at 23:55 with Volaris. Overall, you can choose from 310 weekly Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MEX to TIJ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Tijuana adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Mexico:
Aeromexico is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Aeromexico is the most punctual carrier offering MEX to TIJ flights. A dependable 84.18% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MEX and TIJ:
Mazatlan International Airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
P3,351 is the best price for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Return flights start at P6,535. These fares can change based on demand.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEX to TIJ.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MEX arrive on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Central Mexico City to Benito Juarez International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEX? If you're catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you're coming in on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near TIJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car to explore Tijuana and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to the centre of Tijuana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tijuana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tijuana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to TIJ in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Tijuana, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to tick off its must-visit sights. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Ensenada, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia are highlights.