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$140+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Tijuana (TIJ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — TIJ
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Tijuana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Tijuana (TIJ). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$273
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$320
From San Jose to Tijuana Rodriguez
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Tijuana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Tijuana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:15 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1812:15 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop21h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amSJC - TIJ
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/1412:07 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/226:00 amSJC - TIJ
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/2512:07 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:00 amSJC - TIJ
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1512:07 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop8h 11mVolaris
Sat 9/2711:57 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop9h 53mVolaris
Deal found 9/11$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/213:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/234:35 pmTIJ - SJC
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/2512:07 pmTIJ - SJC
2 stops21h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/93:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop9h 19mVolaris
Thu 10/168:10 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop13h 40mVolaris
Deal found 9/9$435
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:35 amSJC - TIJ
2 stops17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2711:57 pmTIJ - SJC
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$442
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:48 amSJC - TIJ
2 stops21h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/169:30 amTIJ - SJC
1 stop29h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/178:30 pmTIJ - SJC
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/173:10 pmSJC - TIJ
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/199:25 amTIJ - SJC
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$447

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Tijuana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Tijuana that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Tijuana

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San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 9/25

12:07 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$337

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Wed 9/24

3:10 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 9/27

11:57 pm-9:50 am

1 stop9h 53m

$420

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Thu 10/9

3:10 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 10/16

9:30 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$420

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Sun 9/21

3:10 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 19m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 9/23

4:35 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$433

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Fri 10/17

3:10 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sun 10/19

2:08 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 52m

$433

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Mon 9/22

3:10 pm-7:55 am

1 stop16h 45m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 9/25

12:07 pm-9:50 am

2 stops21h 43m

$434

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Thu 10/9

3:10 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 19m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Thu 10/16

8:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop13h 40m

$435

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:35 am-12:23 am

2 stops17h 48m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sat 9/27

11:57 pm-9:50 am

1 stop9h 53m

$442

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Tue 11/18

10:48 am-8:24 am

2 stops21h 36m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 12/16

9:30 am-2:34 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$444

San JoseTijuana

SJC - TIJ

SJCTIJ

San Jose

Fri 10/10

3:10 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Tijuana Rodriguez

Fri 10/17

8:30 pm-9:50 am

2 stops37h 20m

$446

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Tijuana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Tijuana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Tijuana?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Tijuana (average of $308). Flying from San Jose to Tijuana in December is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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 SJC to TIJ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Tijuana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from San Jose to Tijuana by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tijuana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tijuana. 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 Tijuana. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from San Jose to Tijuana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San Jose to Tijuana?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Volaris fly from San Jose to Tijuana in about 5h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 44m. The distance between San Jose and Tijuana is about 435 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Tijuana round-trip?

    Currently priced at $329, American Airlines will fly you from San Jose to Tijuana and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Tijuana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Tijuana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Tijuana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Tijuana 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 San Jose to Tijuana?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Tijuana (average of $308). Flying from San Jose to Tijuana in December is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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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