Flying from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Tuxtla Gutierrez.
Every week, there are three Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
Your TGZ to TIJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Tijuana (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a snap with Volaris. This popular airline offers direct flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Volaris on this route.
With 69.44% of its services landing on schedule, Volaris is the most punctual carrier operating TGZ to TIJ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
80 € is currently the best price for a one-way Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts from 140 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from TGZ to TIJ by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TGZ to TIJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport (TGZ)
When it comes to Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Tuxtla Gutierrez. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport, have a look at Hotel Aeropuerto Tuxtla Gutierrez Ernesto Garcia. It's a short ride from TGZ.
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Book a hotel near TIJ if you're catching a late Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Tijuana's main sights.
Booking your ride from Tijuana Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Tijuana in March.
When reserving your flight from Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TGZ to TIJ in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Tijuana, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to tick off its popular sights. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.