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Cheapest round-trip
$444
Typical prices: $471-$613
Volaris
Tue 1/23Fri 1/26
SMF - TIJ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$227
Typical prices: $310-$515
Volaris
Tue 1/23
SMF - TIJ • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 24% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $507 (round-trip)
Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL)
Shortest trip • 9h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Tijuana (SMF-TIJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Tijuana

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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12:15 am - 2:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
14h 43m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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9:56 am - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 04m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$444Volaris
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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12:15 am - 2:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
14h 43m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:56 pm - 10:21 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
38h 25m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$456Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Tue, Jan 26
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11:59 pm - 6:41 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
18h 42m2 stops Morelia Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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2:40 pm - 10:21 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 41m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$551Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:15 pm - 4:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
18h 43m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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3:55 pm - 8:50 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
28h 55m2 stops Ciudad Juárez Abraham Gonzalez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$570Volaris
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:11 pm - 8:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
27h 42m3 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:02 am - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 58m2 stops Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$573Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:15 pm - 4:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
18h 43m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:31 pm - 8:50 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 19m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$578Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:11 pm - 11:38 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
30h 27m3 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez
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8:21 am - 8:50 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 29m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$593Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:15 am - 7:38 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
19h 23m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:48 am - 9:51 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
26h 03m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
$606Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:15 am - 2:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
14h 43m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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8:21 am - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 39m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$629Volaris
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:00 pm - 8:02 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 02m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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9:56 am - 11:04 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 08m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$641Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Tijuana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Tijuana typically range from $471 to $613. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $444, on Volaris.

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Key details for Sacramento to Tijuana flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$227
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Tijuana

When to book flights from Sacramento to Tijuana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Tijuana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to Tijuana flight questions, answered

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Tijuana?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Tijuana. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 59m and 9h 34m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Tijuana range from $471 to $613, with an average of $568 over the past 12 months. Anything below $471 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $444 to $1,608. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Tijuana are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $341.

  • 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 Sacramento to Tijuana?

    Flights from Sacramento to Tijuana usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

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

    Connecting flights from Sacramento to Tijuana most commonly pass through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 31% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Sacramento to Tijuana. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $447 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $166.

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

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 59m, compared with 9h 34m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $447, about $166 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Tijuana trip for March. Fares historically average $432 round-trip in that month - typically $181 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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