Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Culiacan

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to Culiacan International (CUL). It's 787 miles (1,266 km), about 2h 1m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
CUL
Culiacan International
🇲🇽 Culiacan, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
787 mi
1,266 km
CO₂/pax
146 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VivaAerobus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
TIJ → CUL
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
787 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → CUL
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
787 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Culiacan with one stop · direct emits 146 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ HMO (Hermosillo) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 22m (424 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (370 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → HMO
1h 22m · 424 mi
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Leg 2
HMO → CUL
1h 15m · 370 mi
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TIJ LAP (La Paz) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 54m (708 mi) Leg 2: 50m (188 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → LAP
1h 54m · 708 mi
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Leg 2
LAP → CUL
50m · 188 mi
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TIJ CUU (Chihuahua) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 50m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (286 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → CUU
1h 50m · 706 mi
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Leg 2
CUU → CUL
1h 5m · 286 mi
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TIJ SJD (San Jose Cabo) CUL
Leg 1: 2h 7m (783 mi) Leg 2: 55m (180 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → SJD
2h 7m · 783 mi
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Leg 2
SJD → CUL
55m · 180 mi
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TIJ PHX (Phoenix) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 24m (295 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (656 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → PHX
1h 24m · 295 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → CUL
1h 51m · 656 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tijuana to Culiacan?

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Culiacan (CUL) takes approximately 2 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 787 miles (1,266 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Culiacan?

2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tijuana to Culiacan?

Yes. 2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Culiacan?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Culiacan is 787 miles (1,266 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Tijuana to Culiacan?

At 2h 1m, 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 Tijuana to Culiacan?

Roughly 146 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 730 km.

Is the return flight from Culiacan to Tijuana 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 Tijuana to Culiacan?

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 Abelardo L Rodriguez International for this flight?

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