Flying from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Mexico City is one hour ahead of Tijuana and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Each week, there are 87 Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 00:10 VivaAerobus flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:40 with Volaris.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TIJ to NLU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
VivaAerobus is your ticket to exploring Mexico City (and maybe even some other great corners of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport offered by this popular airline.
VivaAerobus tops the list for bookings on this route.
VivaAerobus is the most punctual carrier that offers TIJ to NLU flights, with 66.29% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
£51 is currently the best price for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flight. A return flight starts at £91. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from TIJ to NLU, book your trip ten months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
63.47% of flights that leave from Tijuana Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Tijuana to Tijuana Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to TIJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flight has touched down, relax at a nearby hotel. Verticca Hotel is a comfortable option within easy reach of NLU.
Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to central Mexico City
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is roughly 25 miles from the centre of Mexico City. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Tijuana Airport to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport for April if you want to explore Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TIJ to NLU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 13 miles north-east of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Mexico, consider Guadalajara, roughly 290 miles west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are key reasons to visit.
