Travelling from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Cancun is three hours ahead of Tijuana and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 16 Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport flights every week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TIJ to CUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Volaris has direct flights from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Cancun — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
Volaris is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Viva Aerobus is the most punctual carrier that offers TIJ to CUN flights. An impressive 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
RM275 is the best price for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Return flights start from RM596. These prices may change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from TIJ to CUN, reserve your journey seven months before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Of the departures from Tijuana Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Tijuana Airport from central Tijuana, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to TIJ? If you're catching an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
Consider booking a hotel close to CUN if you're on a late Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Cancun Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Cancun. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
April is the most popular month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Cancun in March.
When booking your flight from Tijuana Airport to Cancun Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TIJ to CUN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Cancun, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its top sights. From Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos to Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without a visit to Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.
