Travelling from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Tijuana's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Tijuana one hour behind Acapulco.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport flights. The 07:11 departure with Volaris is the earliest flight available. Volaris operates the last service of the day at 12:47.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ACA to TIJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Tijuana (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Volaris. This popular airline has direct flights from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Volaris has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is a well-known stop between ACA and TIJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Acapulco International Airport (ACA) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
$123 is the lowest price for a one-way Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts at $236. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ACA to TIJ.
The cheapest month for flights from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ACA to TIJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Acapulco International Airport (ACA)
65.12% of flights that leave from Acapulco International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Acapulco International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Acapulco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ACA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you're coming in on a late Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near TIJ:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tijuana and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Tijuana in April.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Acapulco International Airport to Tijuana Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ACA to TIJ in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Mexico, head for Ensenada, about 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia are among its highlights.