Flying from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Tijuana's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Tijuana two hours behind Mexico City.
Pack your bags and choose from 27 weekly Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NLU to TIJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Tijuana (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Viva Aerobus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Viva Aerobus on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers NLU to TIJ flights is Viva Aerobus. Its services land as planned 70.64% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NLU and TIJ:
Guadalajara Airport
Puerto Vallarta Airport
Mazatlan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
R 770 is currently the best price for a one-way Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,842. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from NLU to TIJ by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Of the flights that depart from Felipe Angeles International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Mexico City to Felipe Angeles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Searching for a handy hotel near NLU? If you've booked an early flight from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Tijuana's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Tijuana Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tijuana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NLU to TIJ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Mexico, head for Ensenada, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico are the start of reasons to visit.
