Traveling from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport (TIJ) departing from here.
Tijuana Airport is located in Tijuana. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is four hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to TIJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Traveling from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport land at their destination on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to TIJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Santos Dumont Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.
About Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near TIJ and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Tijuana Airport rental car and discover Tijuana and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport flight.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Central Tijuana is around 6 kilometers from Tijuana Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Traveling by public transport takes around 3 hours 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Right now, AED 1,418 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,180. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to TIJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Tijuana. July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport (TIJ), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to TIJ flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tijuana to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Tijuana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tijuana right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tijuana Airport:
Your Tijuana trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Beach Promenade and Coko Bongo Mega Nightclub.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. Around 145 kilometers east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Parque Reforma and Rancho Santo Niño.
If you want to check out another corner of Mexico, consider San Luis Rio Colorado, roughly 209 kilometers east of Tijuana. Cueva de Adulam, Bellavista Park and Alhóndiga de granaditas are among its highlights.
