Airport Comparison
| CTS | TIJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | New Chitose Airport | General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTS | TIJ |
| ICAO Code | RJCC | MMTJ |
| City | Chitose / Tomakomai | Tijuana |
| Country | Japan | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | America/Tijuana |
| Elevation | 82 ft | 489 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.780000, 141.690000 | 32.540000, -116.970000 |
Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Tijuana (TIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) in Tijuana, Mexico is 8,439 kilometers (5,244 miles / 4,557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Japan with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:35 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 03:35 in Tijuana. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Tijuana (TIJ) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 312° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the New Chitose Airport (CTS) and General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.