Traveling from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Tijuana is two hours behind Guadalajara and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Each week, there are 84 Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your GDL to TIJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Volaris has direct flights from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Tijuana — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
Volaris has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for GDL to TIJ flights is Volaris.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GDL and TIJ:
Puerto Vallarta Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
La Paz Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
$62 is the best price for a one-way Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts at $122. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from GDL to TIJ, reserve your journey four months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
77% of flights leaving from Guadalajara Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Guadalajara Airport from central Guadalajara, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near GDL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to TIJ if you're catching a late Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car to explore Tijuana and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tijuana. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Guadalajara Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you want to go to Tijuana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GDL to TIJ in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 145 kilometers east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with 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 Ensenada, roughly 80 kilometers south-east of Tijuana. La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico are highlights.
