Private jet from Los Angeles to Cabo
Flight time around 2h 25m, indicative one-way price $13k–22k for a light jet, and the airports and aircraft that suit the trip.
About this route
Los Angeles to Cabo is a favourite escape for Californians, with resorts, golf and fishing a short flight south. A light jet flies it nonstop, and the operator handles Mexican customs and arrival paperwork.
Airports
Departing Los Angeles
- Van Nuys (VNY), one of the busiest business-aviation airports in the US, in the San Fernando Valley
- Hollywood Burbank (BUR), close to the studios and Downtown
- Los Angeles International (LAX), for the Westside and the beach cities, though busier for private flights
Arriving Cabo
- Los Cabos International (SJD), the main airport, between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas
- Cabo San Lucas International (CSL), a private-aviation airport closer to Cabo San Lucas
Which aircraft to choose
| Aircraft | Seats | Why choose it | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light jet | 6–7 | The usual choice for up to six passengers with normal luggage. Phenom 300, Citation CJ3. | $13k–22k |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | More legroom and luggage space, and a near stand-up cabin. Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP. | Quoted on request |
| Super midsize | 8–10 | Stand-up cabin, more baggage room and coast-to-coast range. Challenger 350, Praetor 600. | Quoted on request |
Prices are indicative estimates for the whole aircraft, not per seat. How charter prices work.
When to fly and what affects the price
- Winter, from December to April, is high season, with Thanksgiving and New Year the busiest weeks.
- Whale-watching season, roughly January to March, adds demand.
- Pacific hurricane season runs from mid-May to November, so keep some flexibility from August to October.
- Whether an aircraft is already near Los Angeles or has to fly in first (positioning).
- Overflight and landing permits and customs at both ends, arranged by the operator and listed in your quote.
- Airport, handling and parking fees, crew costs and taxes, all listed in your quote.
Save with empty legs
An empty leg is a flight an operator has to fly anyway to reposition an aircraft. If one matches your route and dates, you can fly for much less than a full charter. Mention in your request that your dates are flexible and we'll look for one.
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Questions about this route
How long is a private jet flight from Los Angeles to Cabo?
About 2 hours 25 minutes on a light jet, depending on winds and the airports used. The straight-line distance is ~1,500 km (930 mi).
How much does a private jet from Los Angeles to Cabo cost?
A light jet is an indicative $13,000–22,000 one way for the whole aircraft, including an allowance for positioning, fees and taxes. Larger jets cost more. Your exact price depends on dates, aircraft and positioning.
Which airports are best for private flights?
Van Nuys (VNY) is the usual choice in Los Angeles. In Cabo, Los Cabos International (SJD) is the main airport, and Cabo San Lucas International (CSL) is closer to Cabo San Lucas.