San Diego travelers, this one is WILD.
We just found Tijuana → Mexico City for as low as $59 roundtrip,
around 47% cheaper than what people usually pay on this route.
That’s a full week of exploring one of the most electric cities in the world for less than a dinner out in Gaslamp.
Why this deal slaps:
🌮 Food heaven: Street tacos, churros, mezcal bars, & Michelin-level spots in one city.
🎨 Culture on culture: Frida Kahlo Museum, historic Zócalo, murals everywhere.
💸 Stretch your dollars: Your flight is basically the cheapest part of the trip.
All you have to do is make the quick jump to TIJ (hello, Cross Border Xpress) and you’re on your way to the capital for the price of a tank of gas.
👉 Inside this email:
• Exact dates & airlines we saw at ~$59 RT
• Tips for crossing via CBX from San Diego
• A simple packing + neighborhood cheat sheet so you can maximize your week in CDMX
✈️ Sample Cheap Date Ranges
(Check these in Google Flights — prices can shift fast)
Mar 12 – Mar 18 — from ~$59 RT
Mar 2 – Mar 9 — from ~$98 RT
Mar 6 – Mar 14 — from ~$75 RT
If you see anything under $120 RT for TIJ → CDMX, that’s an auto-book level deal.
🧭 How the “TIJ Move” Works (CBX Guide for San Diego Locals)
You’ve probably heard people talk about “flying out of Tijuana” — here’s the simplest way to understand how easy it actually is:
1. Get to CBX (Otay Mesa side).
Park or take an Uber → walk into the CBX terminal → buy/scan your CBX ticket.
2. Walk the enclosed bridge.
It’s all indoors and secure. You’ll go straight into the TIJ airport.
3. Clear Mexican immigration.
Show your passport + flight confirmation.
4. You’re already inside the airport.
No streets of Tijuana, no taxis, no chaos — CBX drops you directly into the terminal.
⏱️ Timing tip:
For first-timers: arrive 2.5–3 hours before your TIJ departure.
For pros: 90–120 min usually works.
🧳 1-Week Mexico City Packing Cheat Sheet
Weather-friendly layers:
• Light jacket or hoodie
• Packable rain layer
• 3–4 casual tops + 1–2 nicer outfits
• Comfortable walking shoes (seriously, bring 2 pairs)
Trip savers:
• Power bank
• Crossbody or anti-theft day bag
• Refillable water bottle
• Electrolytes (altitude + street food = smart prep)
• Offline Google Maps + Uber/Didi/Cabify downloaded
📍 Where to Stay (Neighborhood Guide)
Roma Norte – Trendy cafés, amazing food, safe, walkable.
Condesa – Leafy, quiet, full of brunch + parks.
Centro Histórico – Zócalo, museums, architecture; great for short trips.
Polanco – Upscale restaurants + luxury hotels.
For first-timers: Roma or Condesa, no hesitation.
🍽️ Why CDMX Is the Best $59 You’ll Ever Spend
Picture this:
Tacos that ruin all other tacos 🌮
Rooftop bars in Roma with skyline views
Sunrise at Teotihuacán
World-class museums for the price of coffee
Night markets + hidden speakeasies
A city that feels like NYC + Tokyo + Madrid blended together
And for $59 roundtrip?
This is stupid cheap.
If you’ve been waiting for a “one week reset trip,” this is the one.
👇 Click below to see the full fare breakdown & book before the price window closes.
This Week’s Honorable Mentions 💎
Because the FOMO doesn’t stop at one deal:
🏝 TIJ → Cancún — from $121 RT (38% OFF)
All-inclusive energy on a not-so-all-inclusive price. White sand, turquoise water, done.🌆 SAN → Barcelona — from $501 RT (41% OFF)
Gaudí, tapas, late-night streets, and Mediterranean sunsets for almost half the usual cost.🏖 SAN → Honolulu — from $277 RT (15% OFF)
Trade Mission Beach for Waikiki for the week. Winter escape, island edition.🐠 SAN → Cebu City — from $757 RT (29% OFF)
Philippines island-hopping base. Whale sharks, waterfalls, world-class diving.🌧 SAN → Seattle — from $119 RT (typical but tight)
Coffee, bookstores, and moody waterfront walks without breaking the bank.🍁 SAN → Montreal — from $391 RT (11% OFF)
A slice of Europe in North America—cobblestones, cafés, and poutine.
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