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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $160-$302
Volaris, Viva
Sun 1/28Mon 2/19
TIJ - MLM • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$162
Typical prices: $160-$306
Viva
Wed 1/17Mon 1/29
TIJ - MLM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Volaris and Viva. Average duration is 3h 04m
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 40% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $180 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tijuana to Morelia (TIJ-MLM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tijuana to Morelia

Thu, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 19
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9:00 am - 2:04 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
3h 04mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 6:33 pmMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
5h 13m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$157Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 15
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7:51 am - 2:40 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
4h 49m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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3:20 pm - 6:33 pmMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
5h 13m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$159Viva
Sun, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 29
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7:51 am - 2:40 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
4h 49mnonstop
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6:12 am - 7:34 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$162Viva
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 21
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11:31 pm - 10:53 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
21h 22m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:02 am - 2:07 pmMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
10h 05m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$164Aeromexico
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 27
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11:31 pm - 2:05 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
12h 34m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:02 am - 11:54 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
7h 52m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$164Aeromexico
Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23
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12:30 am - 5:32 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
3h 02mnonstop
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6:12 am - 7:34 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 22mnonstop
$165Viva
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:24 pm - 11:26 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
27h 02m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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3:04 pm - 4:19 pmMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 15mnonstop
$166Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 18
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12:30 am - 5:25 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
2h 55mnonstop
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7:06 am - 8:21 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 15mnonstop
$167Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
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9:00 am - 2:04 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
3h 04mnonstop
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7:06 am - 8:21 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 15mnonstop
$170Volaris
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:00 am - 2:04 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-MLM Morelia
3h 04mnonstop
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7:06 am - 8:21 amMLM  Morelia-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
3h 15mnonstop
$215Volaris
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tijuana to Morelia flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tijuana to Morelia. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Morelia at $130 round-trip.
•December ($352) and May ($240) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 170% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Tijuana to Morelia the cheapest?

Flights from Tijuana to Morelia are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Yulia Denisyuk

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Key details for Tijuana to Morelia flights

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April

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Tijuana to Morelia

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Your Tijuana to Morelia 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 Tijuana to Morelia?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 3:34 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:45 pm and lands at 8:49 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 04m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Tijuana to Morelia?

    A nonstop flight from Tijuana to Morelia takes 3h 04m, covering 1,317 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tijuana to Morelia?

    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 Tijuana to Morelia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tijuana to Morelia range from $160 to $302, with an average of $217 over the past 12 months. Anything below $160 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $217 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $180 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $219 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$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 Tijuana to Morelia?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris and Viva. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tijuana to Morelia flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Tijuana to Morelia 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 $157 to $1,426. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tijuana to Morelia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $111, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Morelia Airport (MLM)?

    Morelia Airport (MLM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Thrifty
    • Firefly

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

    Flights from Tijuana to Morelia usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and arrive at Morelia (MLM).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Tijuana to Morelia?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Tijuana to Morelia?

    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 Tijuana to Morelia route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

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

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

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Cancun (CUN) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Tijuana to Morelia. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $180 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $237, a difference of $57.

    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 Tijuana to Morelia?

    2 airlines operate flights between Tijuana and Morelia. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Volaris
    • Viva

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

    Flying via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 35m, compared with 8h 24m via Cancun (CUN) and 10h 29m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What is the time difference between Tijuana and Morelia?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Tijuana to Morelia flights?

    Among airlines operating Tijuana to Morelia flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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.

  • How can I get to Tijuana Airport from the city center?

    The distance between the Tijuana city center and the airport is about 5.5 miles. There are several transportation options you can use. One of the affordable options is to take the local bus lines that run to the airport, which take about 40 minutes round trip. If you're coming from the neighboring areas of Mexicali and Ensenada, you can take the shuttle buses offered by ABC Bus. Tijuana's official taxis are yellow and connect various areas of the city to the departures and arrivals area of the main terminal. Transit via taxis takes about 20 minutes.

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights to Morelia from Tijuana?

    Each passenger on a flight to Morelia from Tijuana emits about 3,175 lbs of CO2. Volaris and VivaAerobús operate some of the most eco-friendly flights from Morelia to Tijuana. These airlines offer nonstop flights from TIJ to MLM and emit about 41% and 40% less CO2 than most of their counterparts.

  • Does Tijuana Airport offer accessible services?

    Yes. Tijuana Airport is an accessible facility. Each airline flying through the airport offers wheelchair assistance services to their passengers. You can get a wheelchair from your airline’s check-in counters or by contacting the airport through the courtesy phones in the terminals. Passengers with reduced mobility also get to enjoy wheelchair-accessible restrooms, drinking fountains, ramps, and elevators.

  • How can I get to the city center from Morelia's General Francisco Mujica International Airport?

    The Morelia Airport is about 14 miles from the city center. Getting to Morelia from the airport using a taxi takes about 22 minutes, with pick-up locations outside all the terminals. They are also convenient as they take you to your exact destination in Morelia. Alternatively, you can take a taxi to Indaparapeo, then board the Toluca bus to Morelia Station. These buses take about 46 minutes to complete the trip to downtown Morelia from Indaparapeo.

Your guide to booking Tijuana to Morelia 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $180, about $57 less than Thursday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tijuana to Morelia trip for January. Fares historically average $130 round-trip in that month - typically $222 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Viva. Over the past three months, 90% of Viva flights from Tijuana to Morelia arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $180 round-trip on this route - about $39 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) hosts a VIP Lounge airside of Terminal 1. Any passenger traveling through the airport can access the lounge by buying a day pass, through annual lounge membership programs, or by paying at the door.
  • Morelia's General Francisco Mujica International Airport (MLM) consists of a single terminal that handles flights to both international and local destinations. With most of the airport facilities placed under one terminal, the airport is easily accessible via elevators and sidewalks.
  • If you’re looking to drive yourself around Morelia, then start by getting a car rental from Morelia Airport. The airport hosts several car rental agencies in the arrivals areas of the Terminal Building. SIXT, Budget, Firefly, and Hertz all offer onsite services at the airport and operate 24 hours a day.
  • If you need to exchange some cash before flying out to Morelia, you will be happy to know that the Tijuana Airport hosts some currency exchange agencies. Global Exchange México offers currency exchange services in the departures area of Terminal 1.
  • Passengers taking their pets or service animals with them for the trip to Morelia will be glad to know that the Tijuana Airport is a pet-friendly facility. However, you must have an international health certificate, a rabies certificate, and a pet carrier.

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Direct departures

Tijuana Rodriguez to Morelia

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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Direct returns

Morelia to Tijuana Rodriguez

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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