A Los Angeles to Cabo private jet turns a popular weekend and holiday escape into a seamless international hop. From the private terminals at Van Nuys, the flight covers roughly 800 nautical miles and lands at Los Cabos International in about two to two and a half hours.
Travelers pick private charter flights for schedule control, the ability to depart from a quieter Southern California airport, and a direct arrival that skips the commercial terminal and long customs lines.
Frequent fliers who travel to/from LA or Cabo, often on the the same route, prefer a Jet Card to lock in their hourly rates.
Regardless of whether the trip is a short golf getaway, a family beach week, or a longer stay along the Corridor, a private aviation advisor can arrange aircraft available through operators in our network to match the date and passenger count.
Route at a Glance
Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Flight time | about 2 to 2.5 hours nonstop |
| Distance | roughly 800 to 812 nautical miles |
| Typical jet types | Mid-Size Jet or Super-Mid Jet (Light Jet also common for smaller groups) |
| Time saved vs commercial | Avoids LAX commercial terminals, connections, and longer ground times; private FBOs at both ends keep the door-to-door experience short |
Airports on Both Ends
Departure (Los Angeles): Departure (Greater Los Angeles Area): Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is the usual departure point, with dedicated FBOs, no airline traffic, and good access to the Westside, Beverly Hills, and the San Fernando Valley. Burbank (BUR) is the common alternative, with the private facilities at LAX used less often.
Arrival (Cabo San Lucas): Arrival (Cabo San Lucas / Los Cabos):
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD / MMSD) is the main international point of entry. Its runway is about 9,843 feet long and handles everything from Light Jets through Heavy Jets.
Passengers clear Mexican customs and immigration on arrival, with the on-site FBOs assisting. This is an international arrival, so valid passports are required for everyone on board.
When to Fly
Demand runs highest in winter and around U.S. holidays.
December through April is peak season for Southern California travelers heading for the beach, with surges around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s, and spring break.
Summer brings lighter demand and more aircraft availability. Weekday flights are easier to arrange than Fridays and Sundays.
What Drives Cost
Cost depends on aircraft type (Light Jet through Super-Mid Jet or larger), flight time, and whether the aircraft needs to reposition to or from Van Nuys. Peak winter and holiday dates raise both demand and price.
As an international trip, handling, landing fees, and Mexican aviation taxes also apply. Prices are not listed here because every trip is quoted individually, including Federal Excise Tax.
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Why Fly Private on This Route
The payoff is schedule control and a smoother trip door-to-door.
You depart from a private facility at Van Nuys rather than LAX, fly nonstop on your own schedule, and arrive at Los Cabos through the FBO with a faster customs process.
For groups or anyone traveling with golf or beach gear, the space in a Mid-Size or Super-Mid Jet makes the trip far more practical than a commercial flight.
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