Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Vancouver and Tijuana are both in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your YVR to TIJ flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Right now, ر.ق. 824 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 1,475. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to TIJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YVR to TIJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TIJ:
Get your adventure underway 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.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 3 hours 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Tijuana in April.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tijuana Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to TIJ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Tijuana, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to check off its popular sights. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.
