Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Dallas.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to TIJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DFW and TIJ:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Right now, R 1,682 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,974. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from DFW to TIJ, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.
73.22% of flights taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to DFW? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TIJ if you're catching a late Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Tijuana Airport rental car and explore Tijuana and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DFW to TIJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexicali is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tijuana. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include 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 essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.