Flying from Reynosa Airport (REX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Reynosa.
To ensure you get on your REX to TIJ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between REX and TIJ include:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Cancun Airport
Guadalajara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reynosa Airport (REX) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
At the moment, $160 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $317. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from REX to TIJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from REX to TIJ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Reynosa Airport (REX)
79% of flights that depart Reynosa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Reynosa Airport from central Reynosa, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you've booked an early flight from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at City Express by Marriott Reynosa Aeropuerto. Casa Amueblado Para Estancias Largas is another handy option near REX.
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider booking a hotel near TIJ if you're taking a late Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tijuana Airport rental car and explore Tijuana and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week before you travel.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Tijuana in March.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Reynosa Airport to Tijuana Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from REX to TIJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
Ensenada is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without dropping by La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.