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Flight deals from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,840. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tijuana.R 1,823 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,823, select.
Tijuana.R 1,971 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,971, select.
Tijuana.R 2,074 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,074, select.
Tijuana.R 2,271 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,271, select.
Tijuana.R 2,667 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,667, select.
Tijuana.R 2,692 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,692, select.
Tijuana.R 2,826 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,826, select.
Tijuana.R 3,080 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Tijuana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,080, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from R 3,080
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from R 2,667
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from R 1,823
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from R 2,074
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from R 2,271
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from R 1,971
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from R 2,826
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from R 2,692
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San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tijuana.

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San Jose to Tijuana: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 1,823
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana is R 3,706. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 3,706.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Tijuana is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport on Monday, 28 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport and Tijuana Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tijuana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tijuana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Viva offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tijuana.

Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-8, which is two hours behind San Jose.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your SJO to TIJ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mexico City Juarez International Airport is a popular stop between SJO and TIJ.

Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)

  • When it comes to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central San Jose to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.

  • Catching an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SJO:

Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)

Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana

  • Tijuana Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Tijuana. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Tijuana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When booking your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SJO to TIJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Tijuana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.

  • Ensenada is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without a visit to La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.

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