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Cheapest round-trip
$444
Typical prices: $279-$4,613
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Sat 1/27Sun 1/28
TIJ - SFO • 2 stops
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $405 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tijuana to San Francisco (TIJ-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tijuana to San Francisco

Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:09 pm - 9:57 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
20h 48m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:00 pm - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
31h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$444Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:09 pm - 9:57 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
20h 48m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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11:58 am - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
33h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$446Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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5:43 am - 9:57 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
28h 14m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:00 pm - 7:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
29h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$447Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:09 pm - 9:57 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
20h 48m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:00 pm - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
31h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$449Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:09 pm - 9:57 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
20h 48m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:00 pm - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
31h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$451Aeromexico
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:38 pm - 9:01 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
23h 23m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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9:56 pm - 7:17 amSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
33h 21m3 stops Ontario Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Santiago de Querétaro
$514Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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11:03 am - 9:01 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
9h 58m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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7:00 am - 11:54 amSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
28h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$523Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 28
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11:03 am - 9:01 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
9h 58m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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7:00 am - 11:54 amSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
28h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$524Aeromexico
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
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12:13 pm - 6:57 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
6h 44m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
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7:00 am - 2:01 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
7h 01m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
$545Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 9
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9:00 am - 6:57 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-SFO San Francisco
9h 57m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
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7:00 am - 2:01 pmSFO  San Francisco-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
7h 01m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
$547Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tijuana to San Francisco flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tijuana to San Francisco typically range from $279 to $4,613. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $444, on Aeromexico.

Key details for Tijuana to San Francisco flights

Cheapest flight

$444
Round-trip flight from Tijuana to San Francisco

When to book flights from Tijuana to San Francisco

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Your Tijuana to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Tijuana to San Francisco. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 59m and 13h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Tijuana to San Francisco 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 $444 to $2,530. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Tijuana to San Francisco usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 94% on flights from Tijuana to San Francisco. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $279 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $4,613, a difference of $4,334.

    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 Tijuana to San Francisco?

    Flying via San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 59m, compared with 13h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Tijuana to San Francisco 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $279, about $4,334 less than Saturday fares (94% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo

More options for your flight from Tijuana to San Francisco

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