Flying from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is three hours ahead of Tijuana, where Tijuana Airport is located. Toronto runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your TIJ to Toronto flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 4 miles from central Tijuana, TIJ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near TIJ? If you're catching an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
63.47% of flights that leave from Tijuana Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Toronto flight is $173. The cheapest price for a return flight is $401. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from TIJ to Toronto if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Tijuana Airport to Toronto is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 17 miles away.
It'll take around 50 minutes when traveling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from TIJ to Toronto can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 2 miles from the center of Toronto. Following your flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your TIJ to Toronto flight, rest your head at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 65 miles from central Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city center in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YKF after your TIJ to Toronto flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before booking your flights from Tijuana Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Tijuana Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 57ºF to 82ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from TIJ to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 34ºF on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tijuana Airport to Toronto, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should feature on any good Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Toronto. Around 310 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 220 miles north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
