General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport
Tijuana International Airport, officially Aeropuerto Internacional General Abelardo L. Rodríguez (lit. 'General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport', is an international airport located 5 km northeast of downtown Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. It serves the surrounding San Diego–Tijuana metropolitan area, home to a population of five million.
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Live weather
MMTJNOTAMs
MMTJReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 9,711 ft / 2,960 m | 144 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | TIJUANA APP | 119.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.900 MHz |
| CLD | TIJUANA CLNC DEL | 122.350 MHz |
| MISC | TIJUANA INFO | 132.100 MHz |
| TWR | TIJUANA TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 31% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75% | 169 ft | |
| Feb | 74% | 174 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | 268 ft | |
| Apr | 64% | 468 ft | |
| May | 49% | 644 ft | |
| Jun | 54% | 931 ft | |
| Jul | 67% | 1,186 ft | |
| Aug | 71% | 1,324 ft | |
| Sep | 65% | 1,235 ft | |
| Oct | 71% | 953 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 505 ft | |
| Dec | 70% | 206 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~169–1,324 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adamant Tijuana I | 292 ft | 174 ft | — |
| XESURF-AM 540 kHz | — | 207 ft | — |
| Bandera de México | — | 217 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is MMTJ, and its IATA code is TIJ.
Where is General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport located?
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is large airport located in Tijuana, Mexico, at an elevation of 489 ft (149 m).
How many runways does General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport have?
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,711 ft / 2,960 m.
Which airlines fly to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport include AeroMéxico, Birmingham European, Interjet (ABC Aerolineas), Korean Air, Volaris (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport?
Historical data lists 32 nonstop destinations from General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport in?
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is in the America/Tijuana time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is approximately 10.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM), about 2 nm to the nnw, followed by John Nichols Field Airport and Naval Outlying Field Imperial Beach (Ream Field).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.