Elite Lux Service provides premium car service to and from the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) terminal in Otay Mesa, San Diego. Whether you are catching a flight out of Tijuana International Airport or arriving back into the US through CBX, our professional chauffeurs get you there in a late-model Cadillac Escalade ESV, GMC Yukon XL Denali, or Chevrolet Suburban — on time, in comfort, every time.
What Is the Cross Border Xpress (CBX)?
The Cross Border Xpress — commonly known as CBX — is a pedestrian sky bridge that connects a terminal on the US side in Otay Mesa, San Diego, directly to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) on the Mexican side. If you have ever dealt with the San Ysidro border crossing or SENTRI lanes just to catch a flight from Tijuana, you understand why CBX changed the game.
Instead of driving into Mexico, dealing with border traffic, finding parking at TIJ, and hoping you clear the return crossing in time — CBX lets you walk across a glass-enclosed bridge directly into the Tijuana airport terminal. The entire crossing takes about 5 minutes. You stay on the US side until the moment you need to board, and you walk back into the US the same way when you return.
To use CBX, you need a valid airline ticket departing from or arriving at Tijuana International Airport, plus a CBX crossing ticket (purchased online at crossborderxpress.com). That is it — no passport control on the Mexican side if you are connecting to a domestic Mexican flight, and a quick US Customs check on the way back.
Why Fly Out of Tijuana Airport via CBX?
Smart San Diego travelers have figured out what the airlines have known for years — Tijuana airport offers dramatically cheaper flights to destinations across Mexico, Central America, and South America. Flights from TIJ to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Cancun, and Los Cabos are often 40-60% cheaper than the same route from SAN or LAX.
- Cheaper flights — Volaris, VivaAerobus, and Aeromexico offer fares from TIJ that undercut US carriers by hundreds
- No border traffic — CBX bypasses the San Ysidro and Otay Mesa vehicle crossings entirely
- Faster check-in — TIJ is a fraction of the size of SAN or LAX, with shorter security lines
- Direct routes — nonstop flights to destinations that require connections from SAN
- No parking hassle — skip expensive airport parking on both sides of the border
CBX Pickup & Drop-Off Procedures
Drop-off (departures): Your Elite Lux chauffeur drives you directly to the CBX terminal entrance at 2745 Otay Pacific Drive in Otay Mesa. You step out at the curb, walk inside, check in at the CBX counter, cross the bridge, and you are inside Tijuana airport. The entire process from car door to airline check-in counter takes about 15 minutes.
Pickup (arrivals): When you return through CBX, you clear US Customs inside the CBX terminal and exit on the American side. Your chauffeur will be waiting curbside in a black luxury SUV. Just text us when you are in the customs line and we will be positioned at the pickup zone by the time you walk out.
We recommend arriving at CBX at least 2.5 hours before your flight departure time — this gives you buffer for the bridge crossing, TIJ check-in, and security.
Service Areas — CBX Car Service from Anywhere in San Diego
CBX is located in Otay Mesa, in San Diego’s south bay. We provide door-to-door car service to CBX from every neighborhood in the county:
- Downtown San Diego — 25 minutes via I-5 South and CA-905
- La Jolla — 35 minutes via I-5 South
- Coronado — 25 minutes via the Silver Strand or I-5
- Del Mar & North County — 40-50 minutes via I-5 South
- Rancho Santa Fe — 45 minutes via I-15 South
- Mission Valley — 20 minutes via I-805 South
- Chula Vista & National City — 15 minutes, closest neighborhoods to CBX
- Eastlake & Otay Ranch — 10 minutes, practically next door
- Carlsbad & Oceanside — 50-60 minutes via I-5 South
Why Choose Elite Lux for CBX Transfers?
Rideshare drivers often do not know where CBX is. We have heard stories from clients who had Uber drivers take them to the San Ysidro border crossing instead, or drop them at the wrong end of Otay Mesa. That does not happen with Elite Lux — our chauffeurs drive to CBX regularly and know the exact terminal entrance, the curbside zones, and the fastest routes from every part of San Diego.
CBX trips often involve early morning flights — 5 AM or 6 AM departures are common on Volaris and VivaAerobus. Having a reserved car service means you are not hoping a rideshare is available at 3 AM in Rancho Santa Fe. Your driver is confirmed, on time, and waiting at your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is CBX located?
The Cross Border Xpress terminal is located at 2745 Otay Pacific Drive, San Diego, CA 92154, in the Otay Mesa area near the US-Mexico border. It is about 25 minutes south of downtown San Diego.
How does CBX work?
You purchase a CBX crossing ticket online, check in at the US-side terminal, and walk across a pedestrian bridge directly into Tijuana International Airport. The crossing takes about 5 minutes. When returning, you cross back into the US through the bridge and clear customs inside the CBX terminal. You need a valid airline ticket for a TIJ flight to use CBX.
How much does car service to CBX cost?
We offer competitive flat-rate pricing based on your pickup location. CBX is in south San Diego, so pickups from Chula Vista and Eastlake are very affordable, while pickups from North County or Rancho Santa Fe cost more due to distance. Contact us for an instant quote.
Do you wait while I cross the border?
For drop-offs, we do not wait — the CBX crossing process is quick and straightforward, and you will be inside TIJ within 15 minutes. For pickups, we arrive at CBX before you exit customs so you never have to wait for us. If you need a standby service (chauffeur waits while you handle business on the Mexican side), we can arrange that as a custom booking.
Can you pick me up from CBX when I arrive?
Yes. Just text us when you are in the customs line on the US side, and your chauffeur will be curbside when you walk out. We track incoming TIJ flights so we can estimate your arrival time. Flat-rate pricing, no surge, no waiting — you walk out and get in.
Book Your CBX Car Service
Flying out of Tijuana via CBX is one of San Diego’s best-kept travel secrets. Make the experience even smoother with a professional chauffeur who knows exactly where to go, when to be there, and how to get you to the terminal without stress. Book your CBX car service today.
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