Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Seattle and Tijuana follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SEA to TIJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SEA and TIJ include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight is R 3,397. A return plane ticket is currently R 9,317. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to TIJ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from SEA to TIJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SEA.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SEA? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to TIJ if you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Tijuana Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and see more of Tijuana and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Tijuana in April.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tijuana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SEA to TIJ in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
If you're ready to explore another side of Mexico, head for Ensenada, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia are among its highlights.
