Air and Road
- Transport Mode: Combination of Air Travel and Car Rental
- Companies: Southwest Airlines, Alamo Rent A Car, Hertz
- Duration: Approximately 8 hours (including layover and drive time)
- Distance: 500 miles (air distance: 350 miles; driving distance: 150 miles)
- Costs: €350 for flights, €50 for car rental per day (2 days), plus €50 for insurance and €30 for gas = Total approximately €530
- Roads/Routes: Interstate 8 (I-8), Highway 1 (Mexico)
Pro Tip: Book your flight in advance to secure the best fare, and use a GPS navigation app for real-time traffic updates during the drive.
To travel from Phoenix, AZ to Playas de Rosarito in Baja California, Mexico, I recommend flying Southwest Airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ). After landing, you can rent a car from Alamo or Hertz to drive to Playas de Rosarito, which is approximately a 30-minute drive. Make sure to bring your passport for border crossing and verify if you need a visa.