Private jet price per hour Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas
The private jet price per hour Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas runs from $8,500 to $30,500 depending on class. A light jet makes the 808 nautical mile trip nonstop in 2 hours 16 minutes. Here is how each class prices out and what drives the quote.
- 930 statute miles
- 808 nm
- light jet flight time
- 2h 16m
- one-way estimate
- $8,500–$13,000
Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas private jet prices by aircraft
Flying Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas is 808 nautical miles, about 2h 16m on a light jet, with a one-way estimate of $8,500–$13,000.The numbers below are typical charter estimates for a one-way flight on this route, based on 808 nautical miles and nonstop service. Light jets cover the distance comfortably; larger cabins cost more but fly the same basic profile. Treat these ranges as a starting point for your own quote, not a final price.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | One-way estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 3h 08m | $7,000–$11,000 | Nonstop |
| Light jet | 2h 16m | $8,500–$13,000 | Best option |
| Midsize jet | 2h 14m | $11,500–$17,500 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 2h 06m | $15,000–$21,000 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 2h 06m | $20,000–$30,500 | Nonstop |
Ballpark figures are per aircraft, not per seat, and exclude federal excise tax and segment fees. Time covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a light jet fits this trip
The light jet is the right call for Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas. At 808 nautical miles, the leg sits well inside the range of a HondaJet Elite II (1,550 nm) and a Citation CJ4 Gen2 (2,165 nm), so you get a nonstop trip in 2 hours 16 minutes without paying for cabin space you won't use on a two-hour flight. A light jet like the Citation CJ4 Gen2 carries seven passengers and bags for 808 nautical miles. Midsize and super-midsize jets shave only two to twelve minutes off the block time and cost $3,000 to $7,000 more; they make sense when you need a flat floor for five or more adults with golf clubs and hard cases.
Turboprops are the budget alternative at $7,000 to $11,000, but the 3 hour 08 minute cabin time and lower cruising altitude make for a longer, rougher ride over the Baja peninsula. Heavy jets at $20,000 to $30,500 are overkill unless you are moving a large group or connecting onward to a destination beyond SJD.
Embraer Phenom 300E
- 7 seats
- 464 kt cruise
- 2,010 nm range
Cabin 4 ft 11 in tall, 17 ft 2 in long. Baggage 84 cu ft.
Pilatus PC-24
- 8 seats
- 440 kt cruise
- 2,000 nm range
Cabin 5 ft 1 in tall, 23 ft long. Baggage 90 cu ft.
Leaving Los Angeles
Van Nuys (KVNY) is the usual departure point for this route, with an 8,001-foot runway that handles every light and midsize jet in the charter fleet. Burbank (KBUR) and LAX (KLAX) also work; LAX's 12,894-foot runway is the longest of the three but adds airline traffic and longer taxi times. Flying from Van Nuys to Cabo San Lucas saves the LAX terminal crawl on both ends of the trip.
Because this is an international leg, you need a valid passport and Mexico allows a 180-day stay for U.S. citizens on arrival. Your operator files the eAPIS manifest; CBP handles the return clearance into the U.S.
Arriving at Los Cabos International
Los Cabos International (SJD) is the only arrival airport for this route, with a 9,843-foot runway and full customs and immigration service for private arrivals. The airport sits about 20 minutes from San José del Cabo and 45 minutes from Cabo San Lucas depending on traffic on the Transpeninsular Highway. SJD is 930 miles from Los Angeles and the closest international gateway to the Cabo corridor.
Private arrivals clear customs at the FBO, typically faster than the commercial terminal. Ground transportation should be arranged before you land; taxis and rideshares are limited at the FBO.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Los Cabos International Airport | MMSD / SJD | 9,843 ft |
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 8,001 ft |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 6,886 ft |
| Los Angeles International Airport | KLAX / LAX | 12,894 ft |
When prices peak on Los Angeles to Cabo
Demand peaks from December through April, when Southern California travelers head to Cabo for winter sun, and again around major holidays and spring break. Charter rates on Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas can run 20 to 30 percent higher during peak season. If your dates are fixed, booking four to six weeks out gives you the best pick of light jets and avoids the empty-leg scramble.
Same-day round trips are possible on this distance. A light jet can fly the 2 hour 16 minute leg each way with a two- to three-hour turn at SJD, but the crew duty day and customs slots make it tight. Most travelers book an overnight or a multi-day stay and schedule the return leg when they book the outbound, which also locks in the price.
Routes like Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas by private jet
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Inquiries for this leg
What is the private jet price per hour Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas?
On this 808 nautical mile route, the hourly rate works out to roughly $3,700 per hour for a light jet, based on $8,500 for a 2 hour 16 minute flight. That is the most common class. Midsize jets run about $5,100 per hour, super-midsize about $7,100 per hour, and heavy jets about $9,500 per hour. Turboprops average about $2,200 per hour.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas on a private jet?
A light jet flies nonstop in 2 hours 16 minutes. Midsize jets take 2 hours 14 minutes, and super-midsize and heavy jets take 2 hours 6 minutes. Turboprops take 3 hours 8 minutes. All classes fly nonstop because the 808 nautical mile distance is within range for every aircraft listed. Block time includes taxi, but not customs clearance at SJD.
Can I fly same-day round trip from Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas?
Yes, but it is tight. A light jet needs 2 hours 16 minutes each way plus a turn at SJD for customs and refueling. With a two- to three-hour ground time, a same-day round trip means about 8 to 9 hours of aircraft time for the crew. Most travelers book an overnight or multi-day trip, which also reduces the hourly cost by avoiding a quick-turn premium.
Do I need a passport for a private jet flight to Cabo San Lucas?
Yes. This is an international flight into Mexico, so every passenger needs a valid U.S. passport. Mexico grants U.S. citizens a 180-day stay on arrival. Your charter operator files the eAPIS manifest before departure, and CBP clears the return leg into the U.S. Check your passport expiration; Mexico requires validity for the duration of your stay.
Does a light jet have enough range for the 808 nautical mile leg to Cabo?
Yes, comfortably. The HondaJet Elite II has a range of 1,550 nautical miles, nearly double the 808 nm needed. The Citation CJ4 Gen2 has 2,165 nm. Both carry full passengers and bags without a fuel stop. Turboprops also make the trip nonstop but at lower altitude and longer flight time.
What is the baggage capacity on a light jet to Cabo San Lucas?
The HondaJet Elite II offers 66 cubic feet of baggage space, and the Citation CJ4 Gen2 offers 71 cubic feet. That is enough for typical golf or beach luggage for five to seven passengers. On a 2 hour 16 minute flight, baggage is not the constraint; if you are traveling with oversized gear, confirm dimensions with the operator when you book.