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

Flights from San Salvador to Tijuana usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Salvador to Tijuana?

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

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

Most connecting flights from San Salvador to Tijuana pass through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from San Salvador to Tijuana. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $466 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $96. 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 Centro Cultural Tijuana, Caliente Stadium and Mercado Hidalgo. These are among the most viewed places in Tijuana on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Tijuana flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $526 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from San Salvador to Tijuana?

A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Tijuana takes 00m, covering 2,198 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Salvador 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 Salvador 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 $491 to $2,145. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Salvador to Tijuana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $489, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Salvador and Tijuana?

Tijuana is 1 hour behind San Salvador (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Salvador to Tijuana flight?

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Tijuana range from $476 to $587, with an average of $526 over the past 12 months. Anything below $476 counts as a good deal.

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

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

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana at $387 round-trip. •May ($600) and August ($570) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Tijuana the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Tijuana are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Aeromexico ($530) and Copa Airlines ($861) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Tijuana according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $539. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) had the shortest average connection time for San Salvador to Tijuana layovers at 6h 59m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $476-$587

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$433

Typical prices: $226-$332

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Tue 11/27

SAL - TIJ • 3 stops

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Tijuana

Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 17

3:23 pm - 11:38 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

10h 15m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:01 am - 1:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

24h 52m2 stops Cancun Mexico City Benito Juarez

$491Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 31

3:18 pm - 9:54 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 36m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

5:25 pm - 1:59 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

18h 34m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$530Aeromexico

Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 17

3:23 pm - 11:38 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

10h 15m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:48 pm - 1:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

12h 05m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$544Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 31

3:18 pm - 9:54 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 36m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

5:25 pm - 1:59 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

18h 34m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$553Aeromexico

Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 23

3:17 pm - 6:43 amSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

17h 26m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

11:01 am - 11:38 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

34h 37m2 stops Cancun Panama City Tocumen Intl

$646Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

7:47 pm - 6:43 amSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

12h 56m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

9:38 pm - 12:05 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

12h 27m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$698Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 16

7:45 am - 11:38 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

17h 53m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:38 am - 3:40 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

37h 02m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Bogotá El Dorado

$720Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 31

3:08 pm - 9:29 pmSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

8h 21m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

4:51 pm - 1:53 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

19h 02m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$784Aeromexico

Mon, Apr 5 - Sat, Apr 24

7:30 am - 6:58 amSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

24h 28m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:21 am - 8:09 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

18h 48m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Panama City Tocumen Intl

$861Copa Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 2

3:23 pm - 12:42 amSAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez

11h 19m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:27 am - 2:04 pmTIJ Tijuana Rodriguez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

11h 37m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

$999Aeromexico

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San Salvador to Tijuana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Tijuana at $387 round-trip.
•May ($600) and August ($570) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from San Salvador to Tijuana the cheapest?: Flights from San Salvador to Tijuana are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Salvador to Tijuana?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Salvador to Tijuana.
How long is a flight from San Salvador to Tijuana?
A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Tijuana takes 00m, covering 2,198 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Salvador 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 Salvador to Tijuana flight?
Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Tijuana range from $476 to $587, with an average of $526 over the past 12 months. Anything below $476 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Tijuana flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $526 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from San Salvador 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 $491 to $2,145. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Salvador to Tijuana looking right now?
One-way fares from San Salvador to Tijuana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $489, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Salvador to Tijuana?
Flights from San Salvador to Tijuana usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Salvador to Tijuana pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Salvador to Tijuana pass through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Salvador to Tijuana?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from San Salvador to Tijuana. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $466 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $96.

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 is the time difference between San Salvador and Tijuana?
Tijuana is 1 hour behind San Salvador (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $466, about $96 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Tijuana trip for February. Fares historically average $387 round-trip in that month - typically $213 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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