Direct (nonstop) flights from Tijuana to Mexico City

3 airlines fly nonstop from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) to Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). It's 1,417 miles (2,281 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Mexicana de Aviación, Volaris.

TIJ
General Abelardo L Rodriguez International
🇲🇽 Tijuana, Mexico
NLU
Felipe Angeles International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,417 mi
2,281 km
CO₂/pax
240 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
VivaAerobus +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Mexicana de Aviación Mexicana de Aviación Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
TIJ → NLU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,417 mi
Mexicana de Aviación XN Mexicana de Aviación
Route
TIJ → NLU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,417 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
TIJ → NLU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,417 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tijuana to Mexico City with one stop · direct emits 240 kg CO₂ per passenger

TIJ AGU (Aguascalientes) NLU
Leg 1: 2h 42m (1,169 mi) Leg 2: 1h (252 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → AGU
2h 42m · 1,169 mi
View TIJ to AGU flights →
Leg 2
AGU → NLU
1h · 252 mi
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TIJ BJX (Leon/Guanajuato) NLU
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,241 mi) Leg 2: 55m (181 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → BJX
2h 50m · 1,241 mi
View TIJ to BJX flights →
Leg 2
BJX → NLU
55m · 181 mi
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TIJ DGO (Durango) NLU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (953 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (464 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → DGO
2h 15m · 953 mi
View TIJ to DGO flights →
Leg 2
DGO → NLU
1h 30m · 464 mi
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TIJ HMO (Hermosillo) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 22m (424 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (992 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → HMO
1h 22m · 424 mi
View TIJ to HMO flights →
Leg 2
HMO → NLU
2h 26m · 992 mi
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TIJ CEN (Ciudad Obregon) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 36m (556 mi) Leg 2: 2h 12m (864 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TIJ → CEN
1h 36m · 556 mi
View TIJ to CEN flights →
Leg 2
CEN → NLU
2h 12m · 864 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Mexico City (NLU) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,417 miles (2,281 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tijuana to Mexico City?

3 airlines: VivaAerobus, Mexicana de Aviación, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tijuana to Mexico City?

Yes. 3 airlines: VivaAerobus, Mexicana de Aviación, Volaris.

How far is Tijuana from Mexico City?

The flight distance from Tijuana to Mexico City is 1,417 miles (2,281 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 Tijuana to Mexico City?

At 3h 15m, 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 Mexico City?

Roughly 240 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,200 km.

Is the return flight from Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

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.