Travelling from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to TIJ.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a stop you can make during your flight from Washington DC to TIJ.
DCA is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Washington DC to TIJ? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near TIJ if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to the centre of Tijuana takes around 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 3 hours and 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport is $354. The cheapest price for a return flight is $727. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from Washington DC to TIJ, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding flight tickets from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Tijuana. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Tijuana. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Washington DC to TIJ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 22ºC.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tijuana right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Cultural Centre and Tijuana Arch are top sights which should feature on every Tijuana itinerary.
Complete your Tijuana trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Washington DC to Tijuana Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Tijuana and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
