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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tijuana to Guadalajara:

• Earliest: departs at 12:21 am and lands at 3:16 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 2:54 am.

The flight takes about 2h 55m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Tijuana to Guadalajara.

A direct flight from Tijuana to Guadalajara takes 2h 55m, covering 3,060 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Tijuana to Guadalajara range from C$ 216 to C$ 354, with an average of C$ 273 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 216 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the C$ 273 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 203 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to C$ 278 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 35–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tijuana to Guadalajara flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, Evening flights for 15%, and Night flights for 15%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 213 to C$ 878. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Tijuana to Guadalajara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 121, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport (GDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• America Car Rental
• MEXRENTACAR
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Hertz
• Budget

Flights from Tijuana to Guadalajara usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and arrive at Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tijuana to Guadalajara route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

One-stop flights from Tijuana to Guadalajara most commonly connect through:

• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) – 97% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) – 2% of one-stop connections
• Hermosillo Gen Pesqueira Garcia (HMO) – 1% of one-stop connections
• Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato (CUL) – 0% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Tijuana to Guadalajara. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 257 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 287, a difference of C$ 29.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Tijuana and Guadalajara. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Volaris
• Viva

Flying via Hermosillo Gen Pesqueira Garcia (HMO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 30m, compared with 6h 40m via Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato (CUL) and 9h 58m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

Guadalajara is 1 hour ahead of Tijuana (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Tijuana to Guadalajara flights:

• Viva: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Viva: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are a few modes of transportation that you can use to get to Tijuana International Airport. If you prefer using public transportation, several local buses run from the airport to downtown Tijuana. The cost for a bus ride is about 11 MXN (0.60 USD). Alternatively, you can take the Volaris shuttle that runs from San Diego to TIJ.

Tijuana International Airport offers several dining options. In the boarding area, you can dine at Panda Express, Johnny Rockets, Starbucks, and other small shops that sell snacks. There is also a sit-down restaurant, Wings, which is located before the security check. Most of the eateries near the airport are open 24h a day.

If you are looking for a hotel to spend a few hours or spend the night before your flight, there is no hotel within the airport property. However, there are several hotels near the airport, some of which provide free transportation to and from the airport. Some of the hotels near TIJ include the Hotel del Principado, Fiesta Inn Tijuana Otay Aeropuerto, and Hampton Inn by Hilton.

One of the best ways to get to downtown Guadalajara is through public transport. The airport is served by a shuttle service—the Servicio Colectivo—which is an airport minibus service that transports passengers to and from the airport. The shuttle takes passengers to the city every hour for approximately 120 MXN (5.82 USD). The fare tickets can be bought from the booths next to the arrivals section.