NLU to Tijuana flights
Direct and connecting flights from NLU (NLU) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from NLU to Tijuana take?
Flight time from NLU (NLU) to Tijuana (TIJ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from NLU to Tijuana?
Airline availability for NLU to TIJ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from NLU to Tijuana?
Direct (nonstop) availability on NLU to TIJ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Volaris5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- VIV5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Mexicana de Aviaci5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Volaris | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| VIV | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Mexicana de Aviaci | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning NLU → TIJ
NLU to TIJ is a medium-haul route of 2,282 km (1,418 mi). See the return TIJ → NLU route.
Alternative airports near NLU: Mexico City (MEX) — 35 km, Toluca (TLC) — 73 km, Puebla (PBC) — 94 km.
Alternative airports near Tijuana: San Diego (SDM) — 4 km, San Diego (NZY) — 29 km, San Diego (SAN) — 30 km.