Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Tijuana is three hours behind Lima and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LIM to TIJ flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lima Airport to Tijuana Airport. Many travellers pass through Cancun Airport on this route.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LIM arrive at their destination without delay.
Lima Airport is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LIM? If you're boarding an early flight from Lima Airport to Tijuana Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Consider booking a hotel near TIJ if you're taking a late Lima Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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 top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tijuana Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Lima Airport to Tijuana Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tijuana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Lima Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tijuana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LIM to TIJ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 145 kms (90 miles) east of Tijuana, a trip to Mexicali will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas.
Ensenada is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 80 kms (50 miles) south-east of Tijuana. No trip is complete without seeing La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.