Tijuana to Mexico City (TIJ–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TIJ–MEX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, Volaris and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 1,430 miles in approximately 2h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: AF, G3, LA, UX, WS | 69 | 7M8, 7M9, 7S8 | 3h13-3h31 | – | SkyTeam | AF, G3, LA, UX, WS |
| Y4 Volaris Also: CM | 35 | 321, 32N, 32Q | 3h23 | – | – | CM |
| VB Viva Also: AV | 21 | 321 | 2h18-3h20 | – | – | AV |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 789 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mexico City from Tijuana
| Metric | TIJ→MEX | MXL→MEX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TIJ | – | 101 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 256 | 32 |
| Flight time | 2h 18m | 3h 8m |
Travel Essentials
TIJ: PDT · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Tijuana, it's 7:00 PM in Mexico City.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
TIJ–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TIJ to MEX
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico, Hainan Airlines, Viva and Volaris. With 256 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TIJ to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TIJ to MEX ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,430 miles (2,301 km). There are approximately 256 weekly flights outbound and 275 return, totaling 531 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via OAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexicali (MXL).