Travelling from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Chicago. Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to TIJ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Chicago to TIJ with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and TIJ include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and TIJ are:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to TIJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Tijuana Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Pick up a Tijuana Airport rental car and explore Tijuana and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Tijuana Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana is about 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 3 hours 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
$247 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tijuana Airport. Return flights start from $514. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to TIJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Chicago to Tijuana Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Chicago to TIJ.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Tijuana Airport.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). July is the busiest month to visit Tijuana. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in April.
Before locking in your Chicago to TIJ flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Tijuana Airport in February when temperatures are between 7ºC and 22ºC.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tijuana right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Tijuana when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Avenida Revolucion followed by Tijuana Beach Promenade and Coko Bongo Mega Nightclub.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexicali is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tijuana. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Parque Reforma and Rancho Santo Niño.
San Luis Rio Colorado is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. No journey is complete without a visit to Cueva de Adulam, Bellavista Park and Alhóndiga de granaditas.