Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
San Francisco and Tijuana are in the UTC-7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Your SFO to TIJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and TIJ:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight is $230. A round-trip fare is currently $814. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to TIJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to TIJ.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Grab a Tijuana Airport rental car and explore Tijuana and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Tijuana Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
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 dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Tijuana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tijuana Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to TIJ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.
