Travelling from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Uruapan Airport (UPN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Uruapan's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Uruapan two hours ahead of Tijuana.
There are seven Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport flights each week to choose from.
To ensure you get on your TIJ to UPN flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Volaris offers direct flights from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Uruapan — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Volaris on this route.
Volaris is the most punctual carrier that offers TIJ to UPN flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Uruapan Airport (UPN)
Currently, R 1,700 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,986. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from TIJ to UPN, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TIJ to UPN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport.
Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
71% of flights taking off from Tijuana Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Tijuana to Tijuana Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to TIJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Uruapan Airport (UPN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near UPN instead:
Grab a Uruapan Airport rental car and explore Uruapan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are leading providers to choose from here.
Boost your chances of securing the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Uruapan Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Uruapan Airport (UPN) to central Uruapan
From Uruapan Airport, Uruapan is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Uruapan Airport (UPN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Uruapan. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Tijuana Airport to Uruapan Airport for May if you want to go to Uruapan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TIJ to UPN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Uruapan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres east of Uruapan, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 322 kilometres east of Uruapan. No trip is complete without experiencing Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.