$53 Cheap Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Tijuana (TIJ)

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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Tijuana (MEX-TIJ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $89 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Volaris
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 21
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$89 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $89 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 28
TLC
Toluca
TIJ
Tijuana
$105 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Toluca to Tijuana, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $105 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 21
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$109 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $109 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Mon, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 16
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$115 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $115 found 1 hour ago
Viva Aerobus
Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 28
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$115 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Viva Aerobus flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $115 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Thu, Jun 19 - Mon, Jun 30
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$119 Roundtrip, just found
$119
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Thu, Jun 19 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Mon, Jun 30, priced at $119 just found
Volaris
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 24
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$120 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $120 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Sun, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 24
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$122 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sun, Jun 15 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $122 found 1 hour ago
Viva Aerobus
Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
NLU
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$122 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Viva Aerobus flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $122 found 10 hours ago
Aeromexico
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
MEX
Mexico City
TIJ
Tijuana
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Mexico City to Tijuana, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $191 just found
Flights from Santa Lucía (NLU) to Tijuana (TIJ)
Origin airport
Felipe Ángeles Intl.
Destination airport
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Viva Aerobus, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$88
Distance
1418 mi

Mexico City to Tijuana Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Mexico City to Tijuana

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Mexico City to Tijuana are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Tijuana with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Tijuana

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Mexico City to Tijuana: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Mexico City to Tijuana

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Tijuana in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Mexico City to Tijuana flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Mexico City to Tijuana airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) cost?
Pick up cheap return flights starting from $148 from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Viva Aerobus flight leaving MEX on May 9 2025 and touching down at TIJ. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEX to TIJ?
The cheapest flights from MEX to TIJ are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
Choose from 5 airlines that offer direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ). They include:

  • Aeromexico
  • Volaris
  • VivaAerobus
  • China Southern Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEX to TIJ?
Journey from MEX to TIJ with Viva Aerobus. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $80. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEX on June 17 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
With, on average, 18 nonstop flights that operate from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) daily, you’ll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
Flights between MEX and TIJ tend to be busiest at 5 AM. If you want a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEX to TIJ?
Wednesday offers the most flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
The earliest flight leaving Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) is at around 1:30AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you’ll land at General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) at approximately 3:30AM UTC-8. The overall travel time is 4h.
How long does it take to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
It takes about 3 hours and 52 minutes to travel the 1,450 mi from MEX to TIJ.
What airline has the least delays from MEX to TIJ?
Air France has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you jet off and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
Book a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Tijuana from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Explore your flight options from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ). This is the only airport in Tijuana you can jet into if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MEX to TIJ are usually more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a MEX to TIJ flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MEX to TIJ flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your MEX to TIJ flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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