Travelling from Dallas to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Tijuana Airport (TIJ) taking off from here.
Tijuana is two hours behind Dallas. Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Dallas to TIJ. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to TIJ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Tijuana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
73.22% of flights that depart Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Break up your flight from Dallas to Tijuana Airport with a stop at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). A major connection between Dallas Love Field Airport and TIJ, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Dallas to TIJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dallas Love Field Airport:
76.03% of flights taking off from Dallas Love Field Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Tijuana Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
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To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dallas to Tijuana Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Tijuana. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Tijuana Airport is RM321. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM764. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dallas to TIJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dallas to Tijuana Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is when most people book flights from Dallas to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). Visit Tijuana in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Dallas to TIJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Tijuana Airport in February when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Tijuana
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Tijuana Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tijuana:
Your trip to Tijuana isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Beach Promenade and Coko Bongo Mega Nightclub.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Tijuana, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel about 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to tick off its top attractions. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Parque Reforma and Rancho Santo Niño, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Luis Rio Colorado is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. No journey is complete without visiting Cueva de Adulam, Bellavista Park and Alhóndiga de granaditas.
