Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Flights from Des Moines to Tijuana usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Tijuana pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Tijuana pass through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Tijuana?

On the Des Moines to Tijuana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $354 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $525: a $171 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Tijuana?

Some of the most popular sights in Tijuana are Avenida Revolución, Centro Cultural Tijuana and Caliente Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Tijuana on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Tijuana changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $929 to $1,535. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Tijuana looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Tijuana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $566, which is 149% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Tijuana Rodriguez Airport (TIJ)?

Tijuana Rodriguez Airport (TIJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include: · MEXRENTACAR · Budget · Fox · Europcar · Dollar

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Tijuana flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tijuana range from $354 to $525, with an average of $525 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Aeromexico ($929) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Des Moines to Tijuana in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Flights via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $354. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Tijuana which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Tijuana layovers at 1,265 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

11:27 am - 9:03 amDSM Des Moines-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

23h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez

6:15 am - 10:33 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-DSM Des Moines

14h 18m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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5:35 am - 12:32 amDSM Des Moines-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

20h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:22 am - 6:09 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-DSM Des Moines

14h 47m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,195Aeromexico

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4:07 pm - 9:03 amDSM Des Moines-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:22 am - 3:16 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-DSM Des Moines

11h 54m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,282Aeromexico

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4:07 pm - 9:03 amDSM Des Moines-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:22 am - 3:16 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-DSM Des Moines

11h 54m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,286Aeromexico

Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15

5:35 am - 12:32 amDSM Des Moines-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

20h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez

1:22 am - 6:09 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-DSM Des Moines

14h 47m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tijuana?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tijuana start at $929. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $525. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $929 on Aeromexico.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Tijuana?
Flights from Des Moines to Tijuana usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Tijuana pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Tijuana pass through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Tijuana?
On the Des Moines to Tijuana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $354 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $525: a $171 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Tijuana?
Some of the most popular sights in Tijuana are Avenida Revolución, Centro Cultural Tijuana and Caliente Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Tijuana on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Tijuana?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Tijuana changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $929 to $1,535. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Tijuana looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Tijuana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $566, which is 149% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tijuana?
Tijuana is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Tijuana Rodriguez Airport (TIJ)?
Tijuana Rodriguez Airport (TIJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
· MEXRENTACAR
· Budget
· Fox
· Europcar
· Dollar
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Tijuana flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tijuana range from $354 to $525, with an average of $525 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $354 - about $171 less than Thursday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tijuana Rodriguez Airport.
- Hotel Principado Tijuana Aeropuerto
- Fiesta Inn Tijuana Otay Aeropuerto
- Hangar Inn Tijuana

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