Travelling from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ) flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Tijuana is UTC-7, which is 2 hours behind Chicago. Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to TIJ.
Popular months like August or vacation times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Chicago to TIJ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to TIJ, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Tijuana. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 23 minutes.
It takes roughly 3 hours and 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
C$200 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tijuana Airport. Return flights start from C$425. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Chicago to TIJ, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tijuana, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Tijuana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to TIJ in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Tijuana Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tijuana right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Tijuana Airport:
Avenida Revolucion and Tijuana Cultural Centre are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Tijuana to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Tijuana Arch.
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