Tijuana to Surprise flights
Surprise lies 453 km (281 mi) east of Tijuana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 20 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Tijuana | Surprise | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1.9 million | 143,148 |
| Elevation | 97 m (318 ft) | 357 m (1,171 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Tijuana) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Nearest large airport | TIJ, 5 km out | PHX, 37 km out |
| Postal codes | 22703 | 85374–85388 |
What changes when you arrive in Surprise
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Tijuana
Tijuana is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,711 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are San Diego International Airport (SAN, 31 km), McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD, 74 km).
Arriving in Surprise
Surprise is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 11,489-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA, 72 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | PHX | 37 km (23 mi) | 11,489 ft | 1,135 ft |
| Mesa Gateway Airport (regional) | AZA | 72 km (45 mi) | 10,401 ft | 1,382 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Surprise from Tijuana?
453 km (281 mi) in a straight line, east of Tijuana.
How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Surprise by air?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tijuana and Surprise?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tijuana to Surprise flights?
Typically General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX); Surprise also has AZA.
What currency do I need in Surprise?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.