Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Denver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your DEN to TIJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DEN and TIJ include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Puerto Vallarta Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
$311 is the lowest price for a one-way Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. A return flight starts at $729. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DEN to TIJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DEN to TIJ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DEN arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Denver International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Denver. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport? Consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to DEN.
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you're getting in on a late Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near TIJ:
Follow your own route with a Tijuana Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and find adventure across Tijuana and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Tijuana Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Tijuana. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Denver International Airport to Tijuana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEN to TIJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Tijuana, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to tick off its popular sights. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.
