Tijuana to Dallas-Fort Worth (TIJ–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
PHX Phoenix 5h 41m AA AAAYBA Phoenix (PHX) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
MTY Monterrey 5h 44m CMHUVB AAAYBA Monterrey (MTY) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
CUU Chihuahua 6h 1m Y4 AABAJL Chihuahua (CUU) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
SJD San José del Cabo 6h 15m VBY4 AAAYBA San José del Cabo (SJD) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
GDL Guadalajara 6h 20m CMHUVB AABAF9 Guadalajara (GDL) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
TRC Torreón 6h 26m Y4 AA Torreón (TRC) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
PVR Puerto Vallarta 6h 53m VBY4 AAAYQF Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
QRO Querétaro 6h 56m Y4 AAAYJL Querétaro (QRO) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
MZT Mazatlàn 7h VBY4 AAQR Mazatlàn (MZT) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
MEX Mexico City 7h 8m AFAMAV AAAMAY Mexico City (MEX) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
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Tijuana to Dallas-Fort Worth
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+2h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between TIJ and DFW, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for TIJ to DFW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
660
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TIJ → DFW
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
Return
DFW → TIJ
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DFW delays →

Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Tijuana

Nearby airports with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Metric TIJ→DFW SAN→DFW CLD→DFW
Distance from TIJ 18 mi 44 mi
Nonstop airlines 14 1
Weekly flights 249
Airports within 200 miles of TIJ with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Dallas-Fort Worth is 2 hours ahead of Tijuana.
TIJ: PDT · DFW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tijuana, it's 8:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from DFW

DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.

Dallas-Fort Worth Climate

Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.

Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.

TIJ–DFW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tijuana to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: TIJ
IATA / ICAOTIJ / MMTJ
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Passengers/yr12.6M
Elevation489 ft / 149 m
Destination: DFW
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TIJ to DFW flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Phoenix Sky Harbor, Monterrey and General Roberto Fierro Villalobos.
Dallas-Fort Worth is 2 hours ahead of Tijuana.
Nearby alternatives include SAN, CLD and PSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Monterrey and General Roberto Fierro Villalobos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Carlsbad (CLD) and Palm Springs (PSP).