Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Mazatlan

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to General Rafael Buelna International (MZT). It's 918 miles (1,478 km), about 2h 16m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
MZT
General Rafael Buelna International
🇲🇽 Mazatlan, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 16m
Distance
918 mi
1,478 km
CO₂/pax
170 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VivaAerobus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
TIJ → MZT
Flight Time
2h 16m
Distance
918 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → MZT
Flight Time
2h 16m
Distance
918 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Mazatlan with one stop · direct emits 170 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ LAP (La Paz) MZT
Leg 1: 1h 54m (708 mi) Leg 2: 1h (267 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → LAP
1h 54m · 708 mi
View TIJ to LAP flights →
Leg 2
LAP → MZT
1h · 267 mi
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TIJ CUU (Chihuahua) MZT
Leg 1: 1h 50m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (382 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → CUU
1h 50m · 706 mi
View TIJ to CUU flights →
Leg 2
CUU → MZT
1h 20m · 382 mi
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TIJ CJS (Ciudad Juarez) MZT
Leg 1: 1h 44m (621 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (583 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → CJS
1h 44m · 621 mi
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Leg 2
CJS → MZT
1h 44m · 583 mi
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TIJ PHX (Phoenix) MZT
Leg 1: 1h 24m (295 mi) Leg 2: 2h 14m (788 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → PHX
1h 24m · 295 mi
View TIJ to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → MZT
2h 14m · 788 mi
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TIJ GDL (Guadalajara) MZT
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,181 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (263 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → GDL
2h 52m · 1,181 mi
View TIJ to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → MZT
1h 14m · 263 mi
View GDL to MZT flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tijuana to Mazatlan?

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Mazatlan (MZT) takes approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes. The distance is 918 miles (1,478 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Mazatlan?

2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tijuana to Mazatlan?

Yes. 2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Mazatlan?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Mazatlan is 918 miles (1,478 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 Mazatlan?

At 2h 16m, 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 Mazatlan?

Roughly 170 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 850 km.

Is the return flight from Mazatlan 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 Mazatlan?

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.