Passengers boarding a Volaris Airbus A321neo by stairs in Mexico
Airline Guide Y4 · Ultra-low-cost

Volaris flights to Mexico at low base fares.

Volaris is a Mexican ultra-low-cost airline with main bases in Guadalajara, Tijuana and Mexico City. It flies between many U.S. cities and Mexico, and its basic fares include only a personal item.

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Airline profile Updated 21 October 2026
IATA / ICAO
Y4 / VOI
Main bases
Guadalajara, Tijuana, Mexico City
Alliance
None
Membership
v.club
Cabin
Economy
Founded
2005
Official airline website

Search My Trip is an independent travel agency, not Volaris. We help you compare and book Y4 flights; check-in, seats and onboard service are handled by the airline.

  • GDLMain base
  • 2006First flight
  • CBXSan Diego–Tijuana bridge
  • AirbusA320 family fleet
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How Volaris works

Fly to Mexico, pay for what you use

Volaris sells bags, seat selection and priority boarding separately or in bundles. From Southern California, the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) bridge lets you walk from a terminal in San Diego straight into Tijuana airport.

1Personal item included
CBXWalk-in to Tijuana
3Main bases

Cross Border Xpress

A pedestrian bridge from San Diego to Tijuana International Airport (separate ticket).

v.club

A paid membership with discounts on fares and bags.

Bundles

Packages that add bags, seat selection and flexibility.

Beyond the beach

Many routes link U.S. cities with Mexican cities where families live.

Why book Volaris with us

  • Total price shown

    We add bags and seats so you can compare Volaris fairly with other airlines.

  • Tijuana option checked

    From Southern California we check whether flying from Tijuana via CBX is cheaper.

  • Travel documents flagged

    We remind you what you need to enter Mexico and to return to the U.S.

  • 24/7 help

    Real people for changes, cancellations and refunds.

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Routes to watch

Popular Volaris routes

Popular routes from the U.S.
LAXGDL Los Angeles → Guadalajara ~3h 30m Live fares SJCGDL San Jose → Guadalajara ~3h 40m Live fares ORDGDL Chicago → Guadalajara ~4h 15m Live fares LAXMEX Los Angeles → Mexico City ~3h 45m Live fares
From Columbus to Mexico
CMHGDL Columbus → Guadalajara See schedules Live fares CMHMEX Columbus → Mexico City See schedules Live fares CMHCUN Columbus → Cancun See schedules Live fares CMHTIJ Columbus → Tijuana See schedules Live fares

Flight times are typical scheduled durations and can vary by season. Click a route to see live prices and availability for your dates.

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Where Volaris flies

Mexico, coast to coast

Cross Border Xpress (CBX) terminal in Otay Mesa, San Diego, at sunset
Volaris connects dozens of Mexican cities with each other and with the U.S. Tijuana is unusual: travellers from Southern California can reach it through the CBX bridge from San Diego. The CBX terminal on the San Diego side of the border. Photo: OtayMesa_HarrisonPhoto, CC BY-SA 4.0
GDL Guadalajara Main base
TIJ Tijuana Base · CBX bridge
MEX Mexico City Base
CUN Cancun Caribbean coast
  • MexicoA large domestic network.
  • United StatesMany U.S. cities, especially in the West, Texas and the Midwest.
  • Central AmericaSelected cities in Central America.
  • CBXWalk across from San Diego to Tijuana airport.
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Choose your seat

One cabin, three ways to fly it

Volaris has a single economy cabin. What changes is what you add: a bundle with bags and seat choice, or seats with extra legroom.

Cheapest

Basic fare

  • Seat + personal item
  • Seat assigned at check-in
  • Changes cost extra
Better value

Bundle

  • Carry-on and/or checked bag
  • Seat selection
  • More flexibility
More space

Extra-legroom seat

  • More legroom rows
  • Paid seat option
  • Pairs well with a bundle
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Pack right

Volaris baggage at a glance

Personal itemMust fit under the seat Included
Carry-on bagCheaper when added during booking Paid
Checked bagFees depend on route and when you add it Paid
BundlesDepending on the bundle you choose Bags included

Volaris charges more for bags at the airport. Check the exact fee for your flight when booking.

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v.club

A membership, not miles

Instead of a traditional frequent flyer program, Volaris offers v.club, a paid annual membership with discounted fares and bag prices for you and your companions.

v.clubv.club pays off if you fly Volaris several times a year.

Membership prices and benefits are set by Volaris and can change.

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From our travel desk

Tips for cheaper Volaris fares

  1. Compare the total price

    Add bags and seats before comparing Volaris with other airlines.

  2. Buy extras early

    Bags cost more at the airport than during booking.

  3. Consider Tijuana via CBX

    From Southern California, flights from Tijuana can be much cheaper.

  4. Bring your passport

    International flights to Mexico need a valid passport.

  5. Check in online

    Check in on the app or website to avoid airport fees.

Your Y4 ticket in four steps

  1. Step 1 Search

    Enter your cities and dates and filter the results to Volaris.

  2. Step 2 Compare

    See fares, stops and add-ons side by side with taxes shown up front.

  3. Step 3 Add details

    Enter traveller names exactly as on your passport and add bags you need.

  4. Step 4 Fly

    Get your confirmation by email, then check in with Volaris before you fly.

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Good to know

Volaris FAQs

Is Search My Trip the same as Volaris?
No. Search My Trip is an independent travel agency. We help you search, compare and book Volaris flights, but we are not owned by or affiliated with the airline.
What is included in a Volaris fare?
The basic fare includes a seat and one personal item that fits under the seat. Carry-ons, checked bags and seat choice cost extra.
What is CBX?
Cross Border Xpress is a pedestrian bridge from a terminal in San Diego to Tijuana International Airport. It requires its own ticket.
Is Volaris in an airline alliance?
No. Connections with other airlines are on separate tickets.
Is Volaris merging with Viva Aerobus?
The two airlines agreed in December 2025 to combine under one parent company, and shareholders approved the plan in 2026. Mexican regulators still have to sign off. Both airlines are expected to keep their own brands, so a Volaris ticket stays a Volaris ticket.
Do I need a passport to fly to Mexico?
Yes, for international flights. Mexico's visitor permit is now issued digitally at most airports — check current rules.
Can I book Volaris over the phone?
Yes. Our travel experts can help you compare fares, bundles and bag fees and book for you. Call +1 (855) 447-1880 any time — we're available 24/7. You can also book directly on the airline's own website.
Talk to an expert

Flying Volaris to Mexico?

Tell us your dates — we will compare the total price with bags, the Tijuana option and other airlines and find the best option.

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Search My Trip is an independent travel agency and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Volaris. Airline names and programme names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used here only to describe the flights we help you book. Airline policies change, so always confirm details with the airline before you travel. Last updated 21 October 2026.

Photos via Wikimedia Commons, cropped and resized: Ziongarage (CC0); OtayMesa_HarrisonPhoto (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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