Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Tijuana is one hour behind San Salvador and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SAL to TIJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Benito Juarez International Airport is a popular stopover on the SAL to TIJ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
229 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts at 445 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAL to TIJ, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
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Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SAL make it to their destination as scheduled 84.27% of the time.
Central San Salvador to El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SAL. Whether you've booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Pick up a Tijuana Airport rental car and explore Tijuana and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Tijuana in April.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Tijuana Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAL to TIJ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
Ensenada is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without seeing Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.
