Travelling from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle and Tijuana (where Tijuana International Airport is located) share the UTC-8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Leave plenty of time to make your TIJ to Seattle flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
TIJ is about 6 kilometres from central Tijuana. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near TIJ:
When it comes to Tijuana International Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Seattle
ج.م. 14,856 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tijuana International Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 26,962. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from TIJ to Seattle, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from TIJ to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is located around 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). Once your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your TIJ to Seattle flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PAE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from PAE as soon as you know your dates.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle has landed. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to BFI. Get settled at one of these options after your TIJ to Seattle flight:
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your ride from BFI a few weeks in advance of your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Seattle
December is the quietest month for flights from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Tijuana International Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TIJ to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are highlights which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
