Direct (nonstop) flights from Acapulco to Tijuana

1 airline flys nonstop from General Juan N Alvarez International (ACA) to General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ). It's 1,529 miles (2,461 km), about 3h 31m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

ACA
General Juan N Alvarez International
🇲🇽 Acapulco, Mexico
TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 31m
Distance
1,529 mi
2,461 km
CO₂/pax
258 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
ACA → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 31m
Distance
1,529 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Acapulco to Tijuana with one stop · direct emits 258 kg CO₂ per passenger

ACA GDL (Guadalajara) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 17m (348 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,181 mi) Total: ~4h 17m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACA → GDL
1h 17m · 348 mi
View ACA to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → TIJ
3h · 1,181 mi
View GDL to TIJ flights →
ACA QRO (Queretaro) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 12m (267 mi) Leg 2: 3h 11m (1,320 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACA → QRO
1h 12m · 267 mi
View ACA to QRO flights →
Leg 2
QRO → TIJ
3h 11m · 1,320 mi
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ACA NLU (Mexico City) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (211 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,417 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACA → NLU
1h 10m · 211 mi
View ACA to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → TIJ
3h 30m · 1,417 mi
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ACA MTY (Monterrey) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (620 mi) Leg 2: 2h 56m (1,118 mi) Total: ~4h 51m 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACA → MTY
1h 55m · 620 mi
View ACA to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → TIJ
2h 56m · 1,118 mi
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ACA MEX (Mexico City) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 13m (189 mi) Leg 2: 3h 54m (1,429 mi) Total: ~5h 7m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ACA → MEX
1h 13m · 189 mi
View ACA to MEX flights →
Leg 2
MEX → TIJ
3h 54m · 1,429 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Acapulco to Tijuana?

A nonstop flight from Acapulco (ACA) to Tijuana (TIJ) takes approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes. The distance is 1,529 miles (2,461 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Acapulco to Tijuana?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Acapulco to Tijuana?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Acapulco from Tijuana?

The flight distance from Acapulco to Tijuana is 1,529 miles (2,461 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Acapulco to Tijuana?

At 3h 31m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Acapulco to Tijuana?

Roughly 258 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,290 km.

Is the return flight from Tijuana to Acapulco also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Acapulco to Tijuana?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Juan N Alvarez International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.