Travelling from Uruapan Airport (UPN) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Uruapan.
Every week, there are seven Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your UPN to TIJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Volaris has direct flights from Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Tijuana — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
Volaris tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating UPN to TIJ flights is Volaris. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.55% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Uruapan Airport (UPN) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Currently, R 1,462 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,043. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from UPN to TIJ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Uruapan Airport (UPN)
81% of flights leaving Uruapan Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from UPN.
Uruapan Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Uruapan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to UPN? If you're catching an early flight from Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Tijuana's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tijuana. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Uruapan Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you want to go to Tijuana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from UPN to TIJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Tijuana, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to check off its top sights. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.