Since the early hours of Monday, March 10, access to Tijuana International Airport has been blocked by a protest led by residents of Ejido Maclovio Rojas. This action has sparked frustration among travelers planning to depart from or arrive in the city.
How to Get to Tijuana International Airport?
Blockades have been set up at the main entrance to the airport terminal. Nearby roads affected include Libertad neighborhood, close to the roundabout connecting to Tijuana Airport, and on the Otay area, past the Matrix hangar.
In response to this situation, several alternatives have been implemented to assist passengers:
- Walking: According to social media reports, travelers must walk approximately 3 kilometers to reach the airport from the blockade points. This walk takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Free Airport Shuttle: The airport has provided free shuttle services from both sides of the blockade, from 70-76 neighborhood and from Otay, to transport users to the terminal entrance.
- Transport from Military Air Base No. 12: The State General Secretariat, together with the Pacific Airport Group, has arranged a free shuttle service from Military Air Base No. 12 (Av. Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, Aeropuerto, 22404) to the airport terminal.
- Assistance for People with Reduced Mobility: Some Maclovio Rojas protesters have offered their own vehicles to transport elderly or disabled individuals free of charge.
It should be noted that taxis are also offering services, but at a cost ranging from $50 to $100 pesos ($2.50-$5 USD) per person.
Traveling to or from Tijuana Airport? Follow These Recommendations:
- Travelers are advised to leave several hours early, as they may need to walk or use alternative transportation.
- Stay informed through the airport’s official social media pages for real-time updates.
- Consider rescheduling flights or contacting your airline.
- If you are arriving in the city, coordinate in advance with family or transportation services.
Why Is Tijuana International Airport Blockaded?
Protesters from Ejido Maclovio Rojas are demanding to be addressed directly by Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo. The main reason for their protest is related to demands for the regularization of their land as the community claims that the titles issued by authorities are allegedly fake and contain incorrect information.
Protesters have stated that they will maintain the blockade until federal and state authorities respond to resolve the issue.
For now, airport authorities have reported that they are working closely with airlines to raise awareness about the situation and provide support to affected passengers.
VIDEO: Maclovio Rojas Residents Blockade Access to Tijuana International Airport
