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Cheapest round-trip
$482
Typical prices: $379-$529
Volaris
Fri 11/9Sun 11/11
SJC - TIJ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$270
Typical prices: $187-$220
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/14
SJC - TIJ • 3 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $369 (round-trip)
Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL)
Shortest trip • 9h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Tijuana (SJC-TIJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Tijuana

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:13 pm - 5:58 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 45m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$482Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Sat, Apr 10
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5:13 pm - 3:29 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
10h 16m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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8:56 pm - 10:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
13h 42m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$513Volaris
Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:13 pm - 2:29 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
10h 16m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:56 pm - 9:28 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
25h 32m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$516Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:13 pm - 5:58 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 45m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$517Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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4:13 pm - 2:58 pmSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
22h 45m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$523Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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4:13 pm - 10:24 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
18h 11m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Ciudad Juárez Abraham Gonzalez
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$530Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:13 pm - 9:02 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
16h 49m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Hermosillo Gen Pesqueira Garcia
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$546Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:13 pm - 5:58 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 45m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:31 pm - 9:38 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 07m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$549Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 15
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4:13 pm - 2:29 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
10h 16m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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12:46 am - 5:18 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
16h 32m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$559Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:13 pm - 5:58 amSJC  San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 45m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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9:38 pm - 8:12 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose
22h 34m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
$560Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Tijuana flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Jose to Tijuana?

Volaris ($513) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Jose to Tijuana in the last 5 days.

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Key details for San Jose to Tijuana flights

Cheapest flight

$270
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Tijuana

When to book flights from San Jose to Tijuana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Tijuana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Tijuana.

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to Tijuana?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Jose to Tijuana. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 03m and 9h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 San Jose to Tijuana flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Tijuana range from $379 to $529, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose 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 $482 to $1,039. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Tijuana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 69% above 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 starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from San Jose to Tijuana usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

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

    Connecting flights from San Jose to Tijuana most commonly pass through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 33% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from San Jose to Tijuana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $853, a difference of $474.

    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 San Jose to Tijuana?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 03m, compared with 9h 43m 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 San Jose 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $379, about $474 less than Sunday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Tijuana trip for January. Fares historically average $345 round-trip in that month - typically $508 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.

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

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