Private charter between Lazard Cardenas and Mexico City starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Lazard Cardenas (LZC) to Mexico City (MEX) and Mexico City to Lazard Cardenas — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Lazard Cardenas and Mexico City is about 368 km (229 miles), or 199 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Lazard Cardenas to Mexico City (and Mexico City to Lazard Cardenas) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MXN) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | $140,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | $170,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 08m | $140,000 – $190,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 05m | $160,000 – $210,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MXN) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 55 min | $170,000 – $240,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | $180,000 – $260,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | $200,000 – $280,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Lazard Cardenas–Mexico City charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Lazard Cardenas, Mexico: Lázaro Cárdenas Airport.
Mexico City, Mexico: Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport, Felipe Ángeles International Airport, Adolfo López Mateos International Airport and General Mariano Matamoros International Airport.
| Lázaro Cárdenas Airport | Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MMLC / LZC | MMMX / MEX |
| Longest hard runway | 4,900 ft | 12,966 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 39 ft | 7,316 ft |
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is at 7,316 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,900 ft at Lázaro Cárdenas Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,400 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,340 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,900 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,240 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,700 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,720 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,000 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,950 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,900 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,440 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,400 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,520 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,700 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,020 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,400 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,240 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,622 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,190 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 700 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,440 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 676 ft short |
4,600 km 4,140 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 30 ft short |
5,926 km 5,466 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 0 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,940 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 208 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,760 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 540 ft short |
7,400 km 6,940 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 400 ft short |
7,800 km 7,340 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 110 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,940 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,100 ft short |
14,260 km 13,800 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 900 ft short |
11,112 km 10,652 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,100 ft short |
12,960 km 12,500 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 100 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,485 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Felipe Ángeles International Airport (14,764 ft, 35 km) · Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (13,780 ft, 53 km) · General Mariano Matamoros International Airport (9,180 ft, 70 km) · Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport (4,265 ft, 28 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide pricing on Lazard Cardenas–Mexico City is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Lazard Cardenas–Mexico City is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 08m gate to gate over 368 km (229 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Lazard Cardenas–Mexico City departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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