Airport Comparison
| MUC | TIJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Munich International Airport | General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MUC | TIJ |
| ICAO Code | EDDM | MMTJ |
| City | Munich | Tijuana |
| Country | Germany | Mexico |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | America/Tijuana |
| Elevation | 1,487 ft | 489 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.350000, 11.790000 | 32.540000, -116.970000 |
Munich (MUC) to Tijuana (TIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) in Tijuana, Mexico is 9,681 kilometers (6,016 miles / 5,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Germany with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:35 in Munich, it's 14:35 in Tijuana. With a 9-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 Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Munich International Airport (MUC) and General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.