Direct (nonstop) flights from Monterrey to Tijuana

2 airlines fly nonstop from Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ). It's 1,118 miles (1,800 km), about 2h 56m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Volaris.

MTY
Monterrey International Airport
🇲🇽 Monterrey, Mexico
TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 56m
Distance
1,118 mi
1,800 km
CO₂/pax
189 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VivaAerobus +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
MTY → TIJ
Flight Time
2h 56m
Distance
1,118 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MTY → TIJ
Flight Time
2h 56m
Distance
1,118 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Monterrey to Tijuana with one stop · direct emits 189 kg CO₂ per passenger

MTY CUU (Chihuahua) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 25m (413 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (706 mi) Total: ~3h 26m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → CUU
1h 25m · 413 mi
View MTY to CUU flights →
Leg 2
CUU → TIJ
2h 1m · 706 mi
View CUU to TIJ flights →
MTY CEN (Ciudad Obregon) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 50m (611 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (556 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → CEN
1h 50m · 611 mi
View MTY to CEN flights →
Leg 2
CEN → TIJ
1h 38m · 556 mi
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MTY HMO (Hermosillo) TIJ
Leg 1: 2h 5m (709 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (424 mi) Total: ~3h 31m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → HMO
2h 5m · 709 mi
View MTY to HMO flights →
Leg 2
HMO → TIJ
1h 26m · 424 mi
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MTY CJS (Ciudad Juarez) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 46m (556 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (621 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → CJS
1h 46m · 556 mi
View MTY to CJS flights →
Leg 2
CJS → TIJ
1h 54m · 621 mi
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MTY DGO (Durango) TIJ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (299 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (953 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → DGO
1h 10m · 299 mi
View MTY to DGO flights →
Leg 2
DGO → TIJ
2h 30m · 953 mi
View DGO to TIJ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Monterrey to Tijuana?

A nonstop flight from Monterrey (MTY) to Tijuana (TIJ) takes approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes. The distance is 1,118 miles (1,800 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Monterrey to Tijuana?

2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Monterrey to Tijuana?

Yes. 2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Monterrey from Tijuana?

The flight distance from Monterrey to Tijuana is 1,118 miles (1,800 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 Monterrey to Tijuana?

At 2h 56m, 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 Monterrey to Tijuana?

Roughly 189 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 945 km.

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

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