Direct (nonstop) flights from Morelia to Tijuana

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Francisco J Mujica (MLM) to General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ). It's 1,318 miles (2,121 km), about 3h 18m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Volaris.

MLM
General Francisco J Mujica
🇲🇽 Morelia, Mexico
TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,318 mi
2,121 km
CO₂/pax
223 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VivaAerobus +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
MLM → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,318 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MLM → TIJ
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,318 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Morelia to Tijuana with one stop · direct emits 223 kg CO₂ per passenger

MLM UPN (Uruapan) TIJ
Leg 1: 40m (72 mi) Leg 2: 3h 2m (1,294 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLM → UPN
40m · 72 mi
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Leg 2
UPN → TIJ
3h 2m · 1,294 mi
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MLM PVR (Puerto Vallarta) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 9m (280 mi) Leg 2: 2h 47m (1,091 mi) Total: ~3h 56m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLM → PVR
1h 9m · 280 mi
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Leg 2
PVR → TIJ
2h 47m · 1,091 mi
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MLM ZIH (Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo) TIJ
Leg 1: 49m (156 mi) Leg 2: 3h 21m (1,411 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLM → ZIH
49m · 156 mi
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Leg 2
ZIH → TIJ
3h 21m · 1,411 mi
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MLM MTY (Monterrey) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 32m (412 mi) Leg 2: 2h 56m (1,118 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLM → MTY
1h 32m · 412 mi
View MLM to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → TIJ
2h 56m · 1,118 mi
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MLM NLU (Mexico City) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (130 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,417 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MLM → NLU
1h 10m · 130 mi
View MLM to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → TIJ
3h 30m · 1,417 mi
View NLU to TIJ flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Morelia to Tijuana?

A nonstop flight from Morelia (MLM) to Tijuana (TIJ) takes approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes. The distance is 1,318 miles (2,121 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Morelia to Tijuana?

2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Morelia to Tijuana?

Yes. 2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Morelia from Tijuana?

The flight distance from Morelia to Tijuana is 1,318 miles (2,121 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 Morelia to Tijuana?

At 3h 18m, 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 Morelia to Tijuana?

Roughly 223 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,115 km.

Is the return flight from Tijuana to Morelia 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 Morelia 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 Francisco J Mujica for this flight?

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