Tijuana to Seattle (TIJ–SEA) — 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 7 hubs
PHX Phoenix 5h 39m AA AAAFAS Phoenix (PHX) to Seattle flights
SJD San José del Cabo 7h 47m VBY4 AS San José del Cabo (SJD) to Seattle flights
PVR Puerto Vallarta 8h 42m VBY4 ASQR Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to Seattle flights
GDL Guadalajara 8h 43m CMVBY4 AMF9Y4 Guadalajara (GDL) to Seattle flights
MEX Mexico City 10h 14m AFAMAV AM Mexico City (MEX) to Seattle flights
CUN Cancún ~12h 37m AVCMF9 AM Cancún (CUN) to Seattle flights
PEK Beijing ~25h 50m HU HU Beijing (PEK) to Seattle flights
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Tijuana to Seattle
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for TIJ to SEA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
479
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 → SEA
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
Return
SEA → TIJ
39%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
39%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SEA delays →

Other ways to reach Seattle from Tijuana

Nearby airports with service to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport.
Metric TIJ→SEA SAN→SEA CLD→SEA
Distance from TIJ 18 mi 44 mi
Nonstop airlines 18 1
Weekly flights 369
Airports within 200 miles of TIJ with service to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Seattle is 0 hours the same as Tijuana.
TIJ: PDT · SEA: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tijuana, it's 6:00 PM in Seattle.
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 SEA

Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.

Seattle Climate

Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.

Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.

TIJ–SEA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tijuana to Seattle route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: TIJ
IATA / ICAOTIJ / MMTJ
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Passengers/yr12.6M
Elevation489 ft / 149 m
Destination: SEA
IATA / ICAOSEA / KSEA
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr50.8M
Elevation433 ft / 132 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TIJ to SEA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Phoenix Sky Harbor, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta.
Yes, return flights from SEA to TIJ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Carlsbad (CLD) and Palm Springs (PSP).