Airports
San Diego International (SAN) with land border crossing, or Tijuana International (TIJ) via the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) pedestrian bridge.
Documents
- Valid passport (required for return to the US)
- Photo ID, prescription list, and emergency contact card
- Copy of surgical consent and post-op instructions
Companion
A responsible adult companion is required for the first several nights post-op. Companions should be prepared to assist with medications, meals, and mobility.
Return Travel
Do not book return flights before your surgeon clears you. Most facial surgery patients need at minimum 7–10 days locally before longer travel. See Recovery Timeline.
Medical Review
Reviewed by: Juan Cuellar, MD — Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Content reviewed
- Cross-border travel logistics for elective surgery.
- Last reviewed
- June 2026
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