Using Cross Border Xpress (CBX)
Cross Border Xpress, usually called CBX, is one of the smartest pieces of travel infrastructure in North America: an enclosed pedestrian bridge that connects a terminal in San Diego directly to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ).
Who it's for
CBX is for airline passengers flying into or out of TIJ. You need a boarding pass for a flight to or from Tijuana to use it. It's especially popular with people flying to destinations across Mexico, where fares from TIJ are often lower than from US airports.
How it works when you fly out of TIJ
- Arrive at the CBX terminal on the San Diego side.
- Buy a CBX ticket in advance or at the terminal.
- Walk across the bridge and complete Mexican immigration and customs.
- Check in for your flight at TIJ as normal.
How it works when you land at TIJ
After you land, follow the signs for CBX instead of exiting into Tijuana. You'll walk across the bridge and clear US customs on the San Diego side, usually far faster than at a land crossing.
What you need
- Your boarding pass
- A valid passport or other accepted travel document
- A CBX ticket
Requirements and prices change, so check the official CBX site before you travel.
Where we fit in
If you're heading into Tijuana or Baja after a flight, you won't need CBX: we'll meet you in TIJ arrivals and drive you to your villa. If you're returning to the US, we can drop you at CBX or drive you across the land border, depending on the time of day and your plans.
We plan every airport pickup and drop-off around your flight and the border, so you never have to guess.
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