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Cheapest round-trip
$80
Typical prices: $138-$205
Viva
Wed 11/21Wed 11/28
MZT - TIJ • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$35
Typical prices: $86-$155
Viva
Tue 11/20
MZT - TIJ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Volaris and Viva. Average duration is 2h 24m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $142 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana (MZT-TIJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mazatlán to Tijuana

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Viva Logo
10:32 pm - 11:59 pmMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 27mnonstop
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6:42 pm - 9:59 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 17mnonstop
$80Viva
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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10:32 pm - 11:59 pmMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 27mnonstop
Viva Logo
6:42 pm - 9:59 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 17mnonstop
$84Viva
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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10:30 pm - 12:01 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 31mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 10:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 20mnonstop
$86Viva
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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12:09 pm - 10:54 pmMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
11h 45m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:40 pm - 10:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 20mnonstop
$101Viva
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:01 pm - 10:08 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
16h 07m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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5:43 am - 6:04 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
11h 21m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$141Aeromexico
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
Volaris Logo
10:06 am - 11:28 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 22mnonstop
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10:13 am - 1:31 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 18mnonstop
$166Volaris
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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10:06 am - 11:28 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 22mnonstop
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10:13 am - 1:31 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 18mnonstop
$167Volaris
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:01 pm - 10:08 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
16h 07m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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10:13 am - 1:31 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 18mnonstop
$169Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:06 am - 11:28 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 22mnonstop
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6:39 pm - 9:59 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 20mnonstop
$169Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
Volaris Logo
10:06 am - 11:28 amMZT  Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
2h 22mnonstop
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6:09 am - 9:27 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MZT Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna
2h 18mnonstop
$175Volaris
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Price, demand and travel trends for Mazatlán to Tijuana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana typically range from $138 to $205. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $80, on Viva.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana at $128 round-trip.
•July ($186) and June ($184) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana the cheapest?

Flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Mazatlán to Tijuana

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Volaris

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Viva

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Key details for Mazatlán to Tijuana flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$35
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana

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Your Mazatlán to Tijuana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mazatlán to Tijuana:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:05 am and lands at 11:29 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:32 pm and lands at 12:56 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 24m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana.

  • How long is a flight from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    A nonstop flight from Mazatlán to Tijuana takes 2h 24m, covering 919 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Mazatlán to Tijuana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana range from $138 to $205, with an average of $168 over the past 12 months. Anything below $138 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mazatlán to Tijuana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $168 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $142 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $169 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $27–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Mazatlán to Tijuana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Mazatlán to Tijuana flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Mazatlán to Tijuana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $80 to $776. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Mazatlán to Tijuana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mazatlán to Tijuana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $76, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Tijuana Rodriguez Airport (TIJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    Flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana usually depart from Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna (MZT) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mazatlán to Tijuana route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 06m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana pass through?

    Connecting flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana most commonly pass through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 96% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $159 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $194, a difference of $35.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    2 airlines operate flights between Mazatlán and Tijuana. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Volaris
    • Viva

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

    Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 01m, compared with 13h 50m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What popular places can I visit in Tijuana?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Mazatlán to Tijuana flights?

    Among airlines operating Mazatlán to Tijuana flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Mazatlán to Tijuana flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Mazatlán to Tijuana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $159, about $35 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mazatlán to Tijuana trip for February. Fares historically average $128 round-trip in that month - typically $58 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Volaris. Over the past three months, 91% of Volaris flights from Mazatlán to Tijuana arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 06m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $142 round-trip on this route - about $27 less than direct flights (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.

    • Hangar Inn Tijuana
    • City Express Junior by Marriott Tijuana Otay
    • Hotel Principado Tijuana Aeropuerto

Prefer to fly direct from Mazatlán to Tijuana?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna Airport to Tijuana Rodriguez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna to Tijuana Rodriguez

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Volaris,Viva

Volaris,Viva

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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Direct returns

Tijuana Rodriguez to Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Volaris,Viva

Volaris,Viva

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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