Flying from Leon Airport (LAP) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
A direct flight from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport takes an average of 2 hours 21 minutes. Tijuana's timezone is UTC-7 — identical to La Paz.
There are 25 flights from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport every week. Take the 06:33 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from LAP to TIJ is at 18:29.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Calafia Airlines has direct flights from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to take in the sights in Tijuana — plus maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAP and TIJ are:
Culiacan International Airport
Mazatlan International Airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from LAP to TIJ, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within Mexico. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leon Airport (LAP) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport is $62. The cheapest price for a return flight is $113. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from LAP to TIJ by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LAP to TIJ. There's no need to search every day to see whether airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Leon Airport (LAP)
Leon Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central La Paz. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near LAP:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 3 hours and 42 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Tijuana based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Leon Airport to Tijuana Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LAP to TIJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tijuana
Start your Tijuana trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LAP to TIJ, have a look at our hotel options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Cultural Centre and Tijuana Arch are must-visits when exploring Tijuana.
Complete your Tijuana trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Tijuana Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Tijuana.