Tijuana to Nogales flights
Nogales lies 587 km (365 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 30 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 | Nogales | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.9 million | 264,782 |
| Elevation | 97 m (318 ft) | 1,214 m (3,983 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Tijuana) | UTC-7 (America/Hermosillo) |
| Nearest large airport | TIJ, 5 km out | TUS, 90 km out |
| Postal codes | 22703 | 30934–94968 |
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 Nogales
Nogales is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tucson International Airport (TUS), 90 km (56 mi) from the centre, whose 10,996-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson International Airport | TUS | 90 km (56 mi) | 10,996 ft | 2,643 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nogales from Tijuana?
587 km (365 mi) in a straight line, east of Tijuana.
How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Nogales by air?
About 1 h 30 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 Nogales?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tijuana to Nogales flights?
Typically General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) to Tucson International Airport (TUS).
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.