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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $275-$368
Volaris, Viva
Thu 11/1Sat 12/1
TAP - TIJ • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$315
Typical prices: $286-$358
Volaris
Sat 12/22Wed 1/3
TAP - TIJ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Volaris. Average duration is 4h 32m
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Avoid delays
Volaris
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY)
Cheapest • Avg $259 (round-trip)
Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX)
Shortest trip • 8h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tapachula to Tijuana (TAP-TIJ)

 

Cheap flights from Tapachula to Tijuana with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:48 am - 9:20 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
4h 32mnonstop
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8:04 am - 9:34 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
11h 30m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$197Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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6:48 am - 9:20 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
4h 32mnonstop
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7:51 am - 8:17 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
10h 26m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$207Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
Viva Logo
9:07 pm - 7:01 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
11h 54m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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7:51 am - 8:17 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
10h 26m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$244Viva
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:48 am - 9:20 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
4h 32mnonstop
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7:31 pm - 2:58 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
17h 27m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mexico City Benito Juarez
$257Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Sun, Jan 3
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6:48 am - 9:20 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
4h 32mnonstop
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11:30 pm - 5:48 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
4h 18mnonstop
$315Volaris
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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10:05 pm - 2:29 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
6h 24m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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8:21 am - 9:32 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
11h 11m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$457Volaris
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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10:05 pm - 2:29 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
6h 24m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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11:30 pm - 5:48 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
4h 18mnonstop
$460Volaris
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:03 am - 7:08 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
8h 05m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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11:30 pm - 5:48 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
4h 18mnonstop
$508Volaris
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:14 pm - 8:20 amTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
14h 06m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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5:46 am - 2:38 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
6h 52m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$872Aeromexico
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:47 am - 9:59 pmTAP  Tapachula-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
15h 12m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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7:01 pm - 7:39 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-TAP Tapachula
22h 38m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$914Aeromexico

Price, demand and travel trends for Tapachula to Tijuana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tapachula to Tijuana. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Tapachula to Tijuana at $276 round-trip.
•August ($418) and February ($363) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Tapachula to Tijuana the cheapest?

Flights from Tapachula to Tijuana are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Tapachula to Tijuana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$136
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tapachula to Tijuana

When to book flights from Tapachula to Tijuana

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Your Tapachula 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 Tapachula to Tijuana?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:08 am and lands at 10:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:48 am and lands at 11:20 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 32m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tapachula to Tijuana:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Tapachula to Tijuana?

    A nonstop flight from Tapachula to Tijuana takes 4h 32m, covering 1,971 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Tapachula to Tijuana range from $275 to $368, with an average of $309 over the past 12 months. Anything below $275 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $309 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $259 round-trip via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY), compared to $314 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Tapachula to Tijuana?

    Volaris is the only airline operating Tapachula to Tijuana flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $73–$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 Tapachula to Tijuana?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris and Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tapachula to Tijuana flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Tapachula 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 $197 to $1,062. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tapachula to Tijuana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $179, which is 5% 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 starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Tapachula to Tijuana usually depart from Tapachula (TAP) and arrive at Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Tapachula 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 Tapachula 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 Tapachula to Tijuana route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

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

    One-stop flights from Tapachula to Tijuana most commonly connect through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Tapachula to Tijuana. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $276 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $350, a difference of $74.

    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 Tapachula to Tijuana?

    Only Volaris operates flights between Tapachula and Tijuana.

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

    Flying via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 54m, compared with 8h 54m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) and 14h 21m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).

  • What is the time difference between Tapachula and Tijuana?

    Tijuana is 1 hour behind Tapachula (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.

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

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

    • 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 Tapachula 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 $276, about $74 less than Sunday fares (21% 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 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tapachula to Tijuana trip for October. Fares historically average $276 round-trip in that month - typically $142 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $259 round-trip on this route - about $55 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 Tapachula to Tijuana?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Tapachula Airport to Tijuana Rodriguez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tapachula to Tijuana Rodriguez

Monday

Volaris

Volaris

Tuesday

Volaris

Volaris

Thursday

Volaris

Volaris

Saturday

Volaris

Volaris

Sunday

Volaris

Volaris

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Direct returns

Tijuana Rodriguez to Tapachula

Monday

Volaris

Volaris

Wednesday

Volaris

Volaris

Friday

Volaris

Volaris

Saturday

Volaris

Volaris

Sunday

Volaris

Volaris

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