Charter route · West Coast
Houston → Cabo San Lucas
KSGR → MMSD · 849 nm · 2h 25m typical block · $24,000–$33,500 midsize jet
849 nm
Distance
2h 25m
Block time (midsize jet)
$24,000–$33,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Houston–Cabo San Lucas run covers 849 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 2h 25m block time from KSGR 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 31m | $10,500–$14,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 29m | $17,500–$24,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 25m | $24,000–$33,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 18m | $27,500–$38,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 16m | $38,500–$54,000 |
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
Houston, TX
- Sugar Land Regional AirportPrimaryKSGR
- William P. Hobby AirportKHOU
- David Wayne Hooks Memorial AirportKDWH
- Ellington AirportKEFD
Nearby alternates
Houston 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
Houston to Cabo San Lucas: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Houston to Cabo San Lucas?
The trip covers about 849 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 25m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 29m, a heavy jet about 2h 16m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Houston to Cabo San Lucas cost?
One-way estimates run $24,000–$33,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $10,500 (turboprop) to $54,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Houston and Cabo San Lucas?
Departures typically use KSGR, KHOU, KDWH, KEFD; arrivals use MMSD. When MMSD is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include MMSL, MMLP, MMLM, MMCL.
What size aircraft is right for Houston to Cabo San Lucas?
At 849 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 Houston 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.