Tijuana has a semi-arid climate. Average highs during the summer
months (June to August) range from 77°F (25°C) to 82°F (28°C).
Winters (December to February) are very mild, with high
temperatures hovering around 68°F (20°C). From April the Santa Ana
winds descend on the city.
The weather is pleasant in Tijuana all year round so there is no
bad time of year to visit. However it is worth noting that January
is both the coldest and the wettest month of the year, with
temperatures averaging around 55°F (13°C).
General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International
Airport
Location: The airport is located about three miles (5km) from the
city centre, immediately south of the US border.
Time: GMT -8 (GMT -7, mid-March to early
November)
Transfer Between Terminals:
In December 2015 a new terminal was opened, on the US side of
the border known as the Cross Border Xpress or CBX. The two
terminals are connected by a bridge.
Getting to the city:
Blue-and-white public buses marked 'Plaza Rio' or 'Centro' run
to the city centre from outside the airport. International coaches
are also available to San Diego and other destinations in Southern
California. Taxis and rental cars are also available.
Car Rental:
Rental cars are available from Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Europcar,
Hertz, National, Sixt and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis:
Yellow taxis are plentiful, and will take passengers to central
Tijuana (Zona Centro). Fares can be paid in Mexican or US currency.
Tickets for authorised taxis can be purchased at ticket machines at
terminal exits at a fixed rate.
Facilities:
Terminal facilities include VIP lounges, currency exchange,
ATMs, shops and a food court.
Parking
There is short-term and long-term parking available at the
airport.
Local buses travel along routes across the city and offer a
relatively cheap means of transport. The destination is usually
written on the front of the bus. Taxis are a popular means of
getting around and can easily be hailed off the street. The most
common taxis are yellow cabs, which are unmetered, and white cabs
with orange stripes, known as taxi libre, which are metered and
generally charge much less than the yellow cabs. It's best to
negotiate a fare before getting in the vehicle or, if the cab has a
meter, make sure the taxi driver has it switched on.
Calling an Uber taxi has also become a popular option in
Tijuana. A number of car hire companies are available in the city,
and self-drive is a viable option. However, caution is advised due
to safety concerns. Day visitors from California will find that
most of the touristy parts of the city can easily be explored on
foot, and it is unnecessary to bring a car over the border unless
planning to go further south into Mexico.