Private charter between San Francisco and San Jose Del Cabo starts at US$28,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — San Francisco (SFO) to San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) and San Jose Del Cabo to San Francisco — timed and priced alike.
San Francisco and San Jose Del Cabo lie approximately 2,011 km apart (1,250 mi / 1,086 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for San Francisco–San Jose Del Cabo spans US$28,000 – US$77,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 55m | 2h 38m – 3h 13m | US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 43m | 2h 27m – 2h 59m | US$55,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 55m | US$40,500 – US$56,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 53m | US$44,500 – US$62,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 46m | US$48,500 – US$68,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 43m | US$55,500 – US$77,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 43m | US$61,000 – US$85,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 46m | US$66,500 – US$93,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between San Francisco and San Jose Del Cabo are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
San Francisco, United States: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Half Moon Bay Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.
San Jose Del Cabo, Mexico: Los Cabos International Airport and Cabo San Lucas International Airport.
| San Francisco International Airport | Los Cabos International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSFO / SFO | MMSD / SJD |
| Longest hard runway | 11,870 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 374 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,643 ft spare |
2,180 km 334 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,943 ft spare |
2,410 km 104 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,343 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,186 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,565 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,136 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,643 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,386 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,267 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,086 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,913 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,412 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,943 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,886 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,151 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,706 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,403 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,886 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,543 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,286 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,053 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,886 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,746 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,043 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,446 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,043 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,431 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Half Moon Bay Airport (5,000 ft, 16 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 23 km) · Cabo San Lucas International Airport (6,998 ft, 32 km) · Cabo Real Heliport · Destiladeras Cabo Este Heliport · Cabo Sky Tours Heliport
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Demand on San Francisco–San Jose Del Cabo comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$28,000 – US$77,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 55m gate to gate across the 2,011 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day San Francisco–San Jose Del Cabo departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our San Francisco–San Jose Del Cabo charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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