Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Tijuana is four hours behind Sao Paulo and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your GRU to TIJ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight is R 5,135. A return plane ticket right now is R 8,683. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from GRU to TIJ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on time at their destination.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near GRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tijuana and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Tijuana Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 3 hours 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Tijuana in April.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tijuana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GRU to TIJ in February if you'd rather travel during 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, well-known attractions include Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Ensenada, about 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia are among its highlights.
