Flying from Toronto to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Tijuana Airport (TIJ). Explore your options for leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Toronto. Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to TIJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Tijuana Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 63.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Toronto to TIJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Tijuana Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that depart from YKF reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Tijuana Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near TIJ and turn in quicker:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Toronto to Tijuana Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
The centre of Tijuana is about 6 kilometres from Tijuana Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 3 hours 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
At the moment, $483 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Tijuana Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,049. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to TIJ if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Tijuana. July is when most people book flights from Toronto to Tijuana Airport (TIJ), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
When booking your Toronto to TIJ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tijuana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Tijuana Airport in February when temperatures are between 7ºC and 22ºC.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tijuana right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Tijuana Airport:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Tijuana when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary 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 discovered once you've taken in 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.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Mexico, consider San Luis Rio Colorado, roughly 209 kilometres east of Tijuana. Cueva de Adulam, Bellavista Park and Alhóndiga de granaditas are among its highlights.