Flying from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Tepic Airport (TPQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Tepic is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Mexicali.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MXL to TPQ flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Tepic Airport (TPQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mexicali Airport to Tepic Airport flight is 151 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 350 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MXL to TPQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Mexicali Airport to Tepic Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MXL to TPQ.
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Handy information about Mexicali Airport (MXL)
80% of flights departing from Mexicali Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from MXL.
Mexicali Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Mexicali. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Arriving at Tepic Airport (TPQ)
Consider staying in a hotel near TPQ if you have a late Mexicali Airport to Tepic Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tepic Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Tepic's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Tepic Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Tepic Airport (TPQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Mexicali Airport to Tepic Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tepic based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tepic is May, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Mexicali Airport to Tepic Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MXL to TPQ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tepic. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
León de los Aldama is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 338 kilometres east of Tepic. No journey is complete without experiencing Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
