Flying from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) jetting off from here.
The average duration of a direct Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Tijuana International Airport is located in Tijuana. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is one hour behind Phoenix.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ). There are 5 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 10:04am departure between PHX and TIJ.
For hassle-free travel, 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 flight from Phoenix to TIJ.
If you're getting away during a peak month like March, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
When departing from PHX, you can catch a direct flight from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport with American Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with American Airlines from PHX to TIJ.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier. A dependable 80.9% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
PHX is about 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PHX arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
You can get to AZA from central Phoenix in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to TIJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them landing on schedule.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near TIJ:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana International Airport, central Tijuana is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Right now, ج.م. 7,394 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 16,087. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to TIJ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
November is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ), while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Tijuana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Phoenix to TIJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tijuana to range from 16ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tijuana
Start your Tijuana trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Tijuana International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tijuana Beach Promenade, Epic Adventure Park and LETRERO DE TIJUANA are must-visits when exploring Tijuana.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Mexico, head for San Luis Rio Colorado, roughly 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. Alhóndiga de granaditas, Museo Regional de San Luis Rio Colorado and Museo Interino are among the biggest draws.
