Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexico City to Tijuana

5 airlines fly nonstop from Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ). It's 1,429 miles (2,300 km), about 3h 54m in the air. Operated by Aeromexico, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines and others.

MEX
Mexico City International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi
2,300 km
CO₂/pax
242 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Aeromexico +4
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Aeromexico Aeromexico China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeromexico AM Aeromexico
Route
MEX → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
MEX → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
MEX → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi
VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
MEX → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MEX → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 54m
Distance
1,429 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexico City to Tijuana with one stop · direct emits 242 kg CO₂ per passenger

MEX QRO (Queretaro) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 8m (109 mi) Leg 2: 3h 11m (1,320 mi) Total: ~4h 19m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → QRO
1h 8m · 109 mi
View MEX to QRO flights →
Leg 2
QRO → TIJ
3h 11m · 1,320 mi
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MEX AGU (Aguascalientes) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 23m (262 mi) Leg 2: 2h 57m (1,169 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → AGU
1h 23m · 262 mi
View MEX to AGU flights →
Leg 2
AGU → TIJ
2h 57m · 1,169 mi
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MEX DGO (Durango) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 50m (476 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (953 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → DGO
1h 50m · 476 mi
View MEX to DGO flights →
Leg 2
DGO → TIJ
2h 30m · 953 mi
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MEX MZT (Mazatlan) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 56m (530 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (918 mi) Total: ~4h 21m 🍃 293 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → MZT
1h 56m · 530 mi
View MEX to MZT flights →
Leg 2
MZT → TIJ
2h 25m · 918 mi
View MZT to TIJ flights →
MEX MLM (Morelia) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 4m (130 mi) Leg 2: 3h 18m (1,318 mi) Total: ~4h 22m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → MLM
1h 4m · 130 mi
View MEX to MLM flights →
Leg 2
MLM → TIJ
3h 18m · 1,318 mi
View MLM to TIJ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexico City to Tijuana?

A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Tijuana (TIJ) takes approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes. The distance is 1,429 miles (2,300 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexico City to Tijuana?

5 airlines: Aeromexico, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Tijuana?

Yes. 5 airlines: Aeromexico, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Mexico City from Tijuana?

The flight distance from Mexico City to Tijuana is 1,429 miles (2,300 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 Mexico City to Tijuana?

At 3h 54m, 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 Mexico City to Tijuana?

Roughly 242 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,210 km.

Is the return flight from Tijuana to Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City International Airport for this flight?

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