Charter route · West Coast
Dallas → Cabo San Lucas
KADS → MMSD · 900 nm · 2h 32m typical block · $25,500–$35,500 midsize jet
900 nm
Distance
2h 32m
Block time (midsize jet)
$25,500–$35,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Cabo San Lucas run covers 900 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 2h 32m block time from KADS to MMSD.
Cabo San Lucas peaks Nov–May — strongest demand around winter and spring. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at MMSD tighten around holidays and major events.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 3h 42m | $11,000–$15,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 37m | $18,500–$25,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 32m | $25,500–$35,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 25m | $29,000–$40,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 23m | $40,500–$56,500 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Dallas, TX
- Addison AirportPrimaryKADS
- Dallas Love FieldKDAL
- Fort Worth Meacham International AirportKFTW
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportKAFW
Nearby alternates
Dallas destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
Dallas to Cabo San Lucas: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Cabo San Lucas?
The trip covers about 900 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 32m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 37m, a heavy jet about 2h 23m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Cabo San Lucas cost?
One-way estimates run $25,500–$35,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $11,000 (turboprop) to $56,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Cabo San Lucas?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use MMSD. When MMSD is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include MMSL, MMLP, MMLM, MMCL.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Cabo San Lucas?
At 900 nm, most charters book a midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR, 7–9 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Dallas to Cabo San Lucas?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.