Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Tijuana's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Tijuana two hours behind Houston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your IAH to TIJ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IAH and TIJ include:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Morelia Airport
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport flight is P5,401. A round-trip fare is currently P13,543. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from IAH to TIJ, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IAH to TIJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to George Bush Intercontinental Airport from central Houston, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near IAH:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
If you're getting in on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near TIJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tijuana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Dollar or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Tijuana's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
Tijuana Airport to central Tijuana has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tijuana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you want to visit Tijuana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to TIJ in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres east of Tijuana, a visit to Mexicali will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Umbral La Chinesca and Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
Ensenada is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without visiting Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.
