Route guide · Los Angeles to Los Cabos
Los Angeles to Cabo Private Jet Charter
Fly nonstop from Van Nuys or Burbank to Los Cabos in about 2 hours 10 minutes. Your advisor handles the international paperwork, and you clear customs at a private terminal instead of the main hall.
- Nonstop in About 2 Hours
- Los Cabos (SJD) & Cabo San Lucas (CSL)
- International Paperwork Handled
- No Membership, No Deposit
Request a quoteAircraft options for many trips within hours.
Route Overview
- Flight time
- ~2h 10m Nonstop
- Distance
- 810 NM Nautical miles
- Aircraft
- Light jetMidsize jetSuper-midsize jet
Your LA to Cabo Charter Timeline
- 1
Before You Fly
Send your advisor each passenger's full name, date of birth and passport details. We file the passenger lists for both countries and arrange the landing permit.
- 2
Arrive & Board
Drive to Van Nuys or Burbank and park at the private terminal. No TSA line and no gate: arrive about 15 minutes before departure and bring your passport.
- 3
In Flight
About 2 hours 10 minutes nonstop. Cabo is one hour ahead of Los Angeles in winter and on the same time in summer.
- 4
Land & Go
Clear immigration and customs at the private terminal, usually in minutes, and your car is waiting outside. Most resorts on the Corridor are 20 to 35 minutes away.
Departure & Arrival Airports
Departure · Los Angeles
VNY / BURVan Nuys Airport (VNY)
Primary. One of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, with full-service private terminals. There's no commercial terminal, so you drive to the FBO and walk to your aircraft.
- About 15 minutes to Sherman Oaks, 25 to Beverly Hills
- The deepest pool of aircraft in the LA area
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Alternate. Convenient for Glendale, Pasadena and the east San Fernando Valley, with quick taxi times.
- About 10 minutes to Glendale, 20 to Pasadena
- Easy access from I-5, the 134 and the 101
Arrival · Los Cabos
SJD / CSLLos Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Most flights. The main airport for the region, near San José del Cabo, with a private aviation terminal where passengers clear Mexican immigration and customs away from the airline crowds. It takes every size of private jet.
- San José del Cabo and Palmilla: about 15–20 minutes
- The Corridor resorts: about 20–35 minutes
- Cabo San Lucas: about 40–45 minutes
Cabo San Lucas Airport (CSL)
Cabo San Lucas side. A smaller airport for private aircraft, a few minutes inland from Cabo San Lucas and closer to Pedregal and the Pacific-side resorts. Your advisor confirms whether it suits your aircraft and arrival time.
- Cabo San Lucas: about 15 minutes
Why Clients Fly LA to Cabo Private
Winter Sun & Holidays
Peak demand route
Cabo's high season runs from about November to April, and Thanksgiving, Christmas to New Year's and spring break are the busiest weeks of all. Leave Van Nuys on Thursday afternoon and be at your villa or resort for sunset, then fly home on Sunday when you're ready.
Commercial: nonstop flights from LAX take about 2½ hours, but add the drive to LAX, security and boarding, then the immigration and customs lines in the main terminal at Los Cabos, which can be long in high season.
- Reserve holiday flights four to six weeks ahead
- Fly a day before or after the peak for more choice of aircraft
Golf, Fishing & Whales
Los Cabos has some of the best resort golf in Mexico, with courses along the Corridor between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Sport fishing runs all year and peaks in the fall, and from about December to April gray and humpback whales pass close to shore.
- Room in the hold for golf bags and fishing gear
- Same aircraft for a group of friends or a corporate outing
Villas, Second Homes & Families
Families with homes in Palmilla, Pedregal, the East Cape or along the Corridor fly together in one cabin, with luggage and no airline baggage fees. Children can move around, and your advisor arranges a car or SUV to meet you at the private terminal.
Celebrations & Destination Events
Weddings, milestone birthdays and company retreats bring groups to Cabo all year. A private flight keeps the group together, carries the wedding attire and gifts, and departs on your schedule. Destination wedding charters →
Recommended Aircraft for LA to Cabo
Best fit
Light Jet
Right for four to six people and their luggage: nonstop to Los Cabos in about 2 hours 10 minutes, with room for golf bags if the group travels light.
- Flight TimeAbout 2 hours 10 minutes each way
- Passengers4–7
- Popular ModelsPhenom 300, Citation CJ3+, Citation CJ4
- Estimated Price$25,000–$31,000 one-way, or $42,500–$52,000 round trip
Nonstop · seats 4–7 · rear baggage hold · Wi-Fi on many aircraft
Families & groups
Super-Midsize Jet
For larger families and groups, longer stays with more luggage, or a quieter, roomier cabin. A stand-up cabin, an enclosed lavatory and a large baggage hold.
- Flight TimeAbout 2 hours each way
- Passengers8–10
- Popular ModelsChallenger 300/350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600
- Estimated Price$35,500–$44,000 one-way, or $65,000–$80,500 round trip
Nonstop · stand-up cabin · large baggage hold · Wi-Fi on most aircraft
Something in between? A midsize jet such as the Citation XLS+ or Latitude ($29,500–$36,500 one-way) seats up to eight with more room than a light jet. For larger groups, a heavy jet ($44,500–$55,000 one-way) seats up to 14. Compare aircraft →
All prices are pre-tax estimates based on typical 2026 rates and include the Mexico landing fee; the 7.5% federal excise tax and segment and airport fees are added to your quote. Your quote depends on dates, aircraft availability and positioning, and holiday weeks cost more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cabo on a private jet?
About 2 hours 10 minutes nonstop from Van Nuys to Los Cabos (SJD) on a light jet, and about 2 hours on a super-midsize jet. Cabo is one hour ahead of Los Angeles in winter and on the same time in summer.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet from LA to Cabo?
A light jet is about $25,000–$31,000 one-way, or $42,500–$52,000 round trip. A super-midsize jet is about $35,500–$44,000 one-way. These are pre-tax estimates based on typical 2026 rates and include the Mexico landing fee; the 7.5% federal excise tax and fees are extra, and holiday weeks cost more. Estimate your exact trip →
Do I need a passport to fly private to Cabo?
Yes. Every passenger, including children, needs a valid passport. Send your advisor each passenger's details before the trip, and we file the passenger lists with both countries and arrange the aircraft's landing permit. Non-U.S. citizens may need a visa for Mexico or the return to the United States; ask us and we'll tell you what applies.
Which airport do private jets use for Cabo?
Most private flights land at Los Cabos International (SJD), near San José del Cabo, which has a private aviation terminal with its own immigration and customs. Cabo San Lucas Airport (CSL), a smaller airport for private aircraft, is closer to Cabo San Lucas and Pedregal. Your advisor will suggest the best one for your aircraft and where you're staying.
How does customs work on the flight home?
The return flight clears U.S. Customs at an airport of entry, usually in Southern California, and then continues to Van Nuys or Burbank if needed. We file the advance passenger information and plan the stop, so all you need is your passport. Tell us about any goods you're bringing back, as on any international trip.
When should I book a Cabo trip?
Book Thanksgiving, Christmas to New Year's and spring break four to six weeks ahead, because aircraft and parking at Los Cabos fill up. Other weeks usually need one to two weeks. Allow a little extra time for a first international trip so we can collect passport details. Call (310) 862-JETS, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pacific, seven days a week.
Can I bring my dog to Cabo on a private jet?
Most operators welcome pets in the cabin, and Mexico has its own entry rules for pets. Tell us about your pet when you request a quote, and we'll confirm with the operator and tell you what to bring. More on flying with pets →
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Ready to Fly from Los Angeles to Cabo?
Tell us your dates, group size and where you're staying, and your advisor will send options, usually the same day. Call (310) 862-JETS or request a quote.