Charter routes / West Coast / Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas
Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas.
629 nm · about 1h 53m block on a midsize jet · typically $19,000–$26,500 one-way.
629 nm
Great-circle
1h 53m typical block · Midsize Jet
$19,000–$26,500
One-way estimate
6
Operators at endpoints
629 nm
Distance
1h 53m
Block time (midsize jet)
$19,000–$26,500
Typical one-way estimate
6
Operators at the endpoints
The Phoenix–Cabo San Lucas run covers 629 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 53m block time from KPHX 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 | 2h 42m | $8,000–$11,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 1h 56m | $13,500–$19,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 53m | $19,000–$26,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 48m | $21,500–$30,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 46m | $30,000–$42,000 |
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
Phoenix, AZ
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International AirportPrimaryKPHX
- Scottsdale AirportKSDL
- Phoenix Deer Valley AirportKDVT
Nearby alternates
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first, often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas?
The trip covers about 629 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 53m block time on a midsize jet, a light jet runs about 1h 56m, a heavy jet about 1h 46m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas cost?
One-way estimates run $19,000–$26,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $8,000 (turboprop) to $42,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Phoenix and Cabo San Lucas?
Departures typically use KPHX, KSDL, KDVT; arrivals use MMSD. When MMSD is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include MMSL, MMLP, MMLM, MMCL.
What size aircraft is right for Phoenix to Cabo San Lucas?
At 629 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 Phoenix 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.