Travelling from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
Tijuana International Airport is located in Tijuana. The city's timezone is UTC-8 — the same as Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Sacramento to TIJ. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Whether you're eager to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Sacramento to TIJ.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Like to add an extra day to your holiday? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to TIJ flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are ready when you are.
59% of all departures from Stockton Metropolitan Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Central Tijuana is around 11 kilometres from Tijuana International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
R 3,055 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport. Return flights start at R 7,766. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to TIJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ). January is the busiest month to visit Tijuana. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in November.
When booking your Sacramento to TIJ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tijuana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tijuana right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Tijuana International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Tijuana Beach Promenade, Epic Adventure Park and LETRERO DE TIJUANA are attractions you won't want to skip in Tijuana.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexicali is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tijuana. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
San Luis Rio Colorado is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without a visit to Alhóndiga de granaditas, Museo Regional de San Luis Rio Colorado and Museo Interino.
