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).

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.

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) - 63% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 38% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the San Jose to Tijuana route. 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.

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.

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 8h 47m and 9h 09m 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.

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 $415 to $1,374. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $305, which is 98% above the typical average for this route.

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 8h 47m, compared with 9h 09m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

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 San Jose to Tijuana flight?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Tijuana range from $379 to $532, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

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

Volaris ($415) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Jose to Tijuana in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Jose to Tijuana?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Tijuana route. 63% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via GDL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Jose to Tijuana?

Flights via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $466. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Jose to Tijuana which airport offers the shortest layover?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Tijuana layovers at 353 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $379-$532

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Typical prices: $138-$187

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January

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June

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Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 8h 47m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Tijuana

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

11:27 am - 12:28 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 01m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$415Volaris

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

11:25 am - 12:28 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 03m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:21 pm - 9:38 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

10h 17m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$423Volaris

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

11:27 am - 12:28 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 01m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$430Volaris

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

11:27 am - 12:28 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 01m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$433Volaris

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

5:21 pm - 7:58 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

14h 37m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:00 am - 7:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

13h 53m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$473Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3

5:21 pm - 6:53 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 32m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:50 am - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

8h 57m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$476Volaris

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

11:27 am - 12:56 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 29m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$482Volaris

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

5:21 pm - 6:53 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 32m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:42 pm - 7:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

20h 11m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles

$489Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

11:27 am - 12:28 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

13h 01m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

7:50 am - 3:30 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

7h 40m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$505Volaris

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 17

11:27 am - 8:24 pmSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 57m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:00 am - 7:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

13h 53m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$508Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from San Jose to Tijuana

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 22

5:21 pm - 1:44 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 23m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

1:49 am - 11:19 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 30m1 stop León Del Bajio

$446Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 1:44 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 23m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$461Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 11:54 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 33m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$534Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 11:54 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 33m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$599Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 5:03 pmSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

23h 42m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mérida Rejon

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$639Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 11:54 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 33m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

6:17 am - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

27h 30m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$678Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 22

5:21 pm - 11:54 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

18h 33m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

2:26 am - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

31h 21m3 stops Aguascalients Puebla City Huejotzingo Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$740Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23

5:21 pm - 5:03 pmSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

23h 42m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mérida Rejon

6:17 am - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

27h 30m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$778Volaris

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 21

7:29 am - 7:35 pmSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

12h 06m2 stops San Diego San José del Cabo Los Cabos

11:59 pm - 9:47 amTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

9h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$784Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

7:00 am - 12:25 amSJC San Jose-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

17h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez

3:31 pm - 10:13 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SJC San Jose

30h 42m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles

$1,263Aeromexico

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Tijuana start at $415. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $379 to $532. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $415 on Volaris.

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Cheapest flight	$203

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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).
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.
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) - 63% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 38% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Tijuana?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the San Jose to Tijuana route. 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.
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.
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 8h 47m and 9h 09m 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.
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 $415 to $1,374. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $305, which is 98% above the typical average for this route.
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 8h 47m, compared with 9h 09m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).
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 San Jose to Tijuana flight?
Round-trip flights from San Jose to Tijuana range from $379 to $532, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $379 - about $474 less than Sunday (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.
- Fiesta Inn Tijuana Otay Aeropuerto
- Hotel Principado Tijuana Aeropuerto
- Hangar Inn Tijuana

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