Air and Road
- Companies: United Airlines, Southwest Airlines for air travel; Hertz or Enterprise for car rental
- Duration: Approximately 9 hours total (including flight time and travel from the airport to the border)
- Distance: Around 1,200 miles
- Costs: $450 for flight (one-way, economy) + $100 for car rental + around $50 for fuel and tolls
- Roads/Routes: I-25 S; I-70 W connecting to I-15 S or I-5 S (for travel from Denver International Airport to San Ysidro Border)
Pro Tip: When flying into San Diego International Airport and driving to Tijuana, consider taking the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) bridge directly into the Tijuana airport for fast and hassle-free crossing.
Recommendation: Begin your journey by taking a connecting flight from Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden, CO to Denver International Airport (DEN) with United Airlines. From Denver, fly directly to San Diego International Airport (SAN) with Southwest Airlines. Upon arrival, pick up a rental car from Hertz or Enterprise for the short drive to the border. Consider using the CBX bridge for an efficient transition into Tijuana.