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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Tijuana Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $244. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana

Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tijuana.

Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$226
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineVolaris
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana is $226. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana.
Volaris flies direct from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana.
There are 4 flights per week flying from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo to Tijuana is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Tijuana Airport on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tijuana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tijuana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Viva and Volaris offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tijuana.

Traveling from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Tijuana is one hour behind Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Each week, there are six Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, go for the 12:09 Volaris flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 15:16 with Volaris.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZIH to TIJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Volaris is your gateway to discovering Tijuana (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Volaris has the highest passenger demand on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)

  • Right now, $63 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $226. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from ZIH to TIJ, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from ZIH to TIJ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport (ZIH)

  • 78.77% of flights that take off from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ZIH:

Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)

Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana

  • From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • It typically takes 3 hours 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tijuana. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Internacional Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tijuana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZIH to TIJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Tijuana is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 145 kilometers east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.

  • Ensenada is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 80 kilometers south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without visiting Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.

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