Traveling from Merida Airport (MID) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Tijuana is two hours behind Merida and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Each week, there are three Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MID to TIJ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Volaris is your gateway to discovering Tijuana (and maybe even some other great parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Volaris on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MID and TIJ include:
Guadalajara Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Merida Airport (MID) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
$66 is currently the best price for a one-way Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts at $138. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MID to TIJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MID to TIJ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Merida Airport (MID)
Merida Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart MID reach their destination without delay.
Merida Airport is about 5 miles from central Merida. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near MID. Whether you've booked an early flight from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TIJ if you're catching a late Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Tijuana Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and discover more of Tijuana and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Tijuana. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Tijuana in March.
When reserving your flight from Merida Airport to Tijuana Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with the temperature ranging from 61ºF to 93ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 39ºF and 68ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MID to TIJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 90 miles east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
Ensenada is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 50 miles south-east of Tijuana. No journey is complete without visiting La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.
