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Cheap flights from Tijuana to Mexico City (TIJ - NLU)

TIJ — NLU
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tijuana Rodriguez to Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tijuana (TIJ) to Mexico City (NLU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

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February

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The best insider tips for Tijuana to Mexico City flights

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Viva

Viva Aerobus offers web check-in 72 hours before departure, ideal for quick airport processing.


Viva Fan membership includes extra baggage weight allowances and discounts, beneficial for frequent travelers.

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Volaris

Volaris offers priority boarding with Plus fare, ensuring quicker access to overhead compartments.


Volaris allows early check-in via app, up to 7 days before domestic flights.

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Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tijuana to Mexico City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tijuana to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Tijuana to Mexico City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City (average of $231). Flying from Tijuana to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TIJ to NLU?

Find hourly flight availability from Tijuana to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tijuana to Mexico City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tijuana to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tijuana to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tijuana to Mexico City flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Mexico City. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aeromexico, Viva, and Volaris from Tijuana to Mexico City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice
Viva
7.0
Good
787 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,154 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tijuana to Mexico City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Tijuana to Mexico City flight route?

    This flight path from Tijuana Rodriguez to Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl was viewed by 79 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Tijuana to Mexico City round-trip?

    Mexicana de Aviación, at $63, was found to be the cheapest airline from Tijuana to Mexico City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Volaris and Viva. Mexicana de Aviación is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tijuana to Mexico City?

    Consider Euroairlines (96%), Mexicana de Aviación (96%) or Viva (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Tijuana to Mexico City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tijuana to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Tijuana to Mexico City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Tijuana to Mexico City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tijuana to Mexico City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tijuana to Mexico City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tijuana to Mexico City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tijuana to Mexico City (average of $231). Flying from Tijuana to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Tijuana to Mexico City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tijuana to Mexico City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Mexicana de AviaciónCheapest$63Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$92Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VivaCheapest$96Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$122Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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