Flying from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). Check out your options for heading out from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Washington DC. Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to TIJ.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to TIJ.
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport with a stop at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). A major stopover between Washington Dulles International Airport and TIJ, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to TIJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ) with a stop or two out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and TIJ:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Tijuana Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near TIJ if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Follow your own route with a Tijuana Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Tijuana and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Washington DC to Tijuana Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to the centre of Tijuana is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 3 hours 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport is 153 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 323 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to TIJ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Washington DC to Tijuana Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Washington DC to TIJ.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). Plan your visit to Tijuana in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Washington DC to TIJ plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tijuana to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tijuana right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport:
Your trip to Tijuana isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Beach Promenade and Coko Bongo Mega Nightclub.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Parque Reforma and Rancho Santo Niño.
San Luis Rio Colorado is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without visiting Cueva de Adulam, Bellavista Park and Alhóndiga de granaditas.
