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Two questions decide it: how many of you are going, and how far it is to SJD from your home airport. This guide covers both.
| Category | Typical models | Seats | Range | Cabin height | Hourly, est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350 | 6–9 | ~1,800 nm | — | $1,800–3,200 |
| Very light jet | HondaJet, Citation M2 | 4–5 | 1,400–1,550 nm | — | $2,800–4,200 |
| Light jet | Phenom 300E, Citation CJ4, Learjet 75 | 6–8 | 2,000–2,150 nm | ~4.8–4.9 ft | $3,500–5,500 |
| Midsize | Citation XLS+ | 7–9 | ~2,100 nm | ~5.7 ft | $4,500–7,000 |
| Super-midsize | Challenger 350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600 | 8–10 | 3,200–4,000 nm | ~6.0 ft | $6,500–9,500 |
| Large cabin | Gulfstream G450, Challenger 650, Falcon 2000LXS | 10–16 | 4,000–4,300 nm | 6.0–6.2 ft | $8,500–13,000 |
| Ultra long range | Gulfstream G650ER, Global 7500 | 13–19 | 7,500–7,700 nm | 6.2 ft+ | $12,000–20,000+ |
Estimates before taxes and fees. A Cabo quote from us is always one all-in figure for the trip.
Distance first
Straight-line distances, rounded. Real routes are a little longer, and headwinds on the way home matter too.
Turboprop or light jet
Light jet nonstop
Light jet nonstop
Light jet nonstop
Light jet or midsize
Super-midsize or larger
For couples and small families
Six to eight seats in a cabin about 4.8 to 4.9 feet tall, with space for soft bags and a set or two of golf clubs. From California, Arizona, Texas and Colorado, a light jet reaches Cabo nonstop in two to three hours, which makes it the most popular choice for western trips.
For more legroom
A taller cabin of about 5.7 feet, a proper lavatory and more luggage space, on the same routes as a light jet. Worth the step up for a group of five or more, or for anyone who likes to stand and stretch.
For the East Coast
With 3,200 to 4,000 nautical miles of range and a six-foot cabin, these fly New York to Los Cabos nonstop. For eight to ten people with luggage they are also the most comfortable way down from anywhere in the US.
For big groups
Ten to sixteen seats, separate lounge areas and a full galley. For a wedding party, a family reunion or a group of golfers, one large cabin is often simpler than two smaller aircraft.
Price
The biggest factor. Hours flown both ways, at the aircraft's hourly rate.
If the aircraft stays in Cabo, daily minimums and crew hotels apply. If it flies home between legs, those positioning flights are priced instead.
Airport, handling and border fees on both sides, plus the operator's permits.
Catering, Wi-Fi and anything special you ask for, listed separately in the quote.