Cabo San Lucas International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
ICAO Code
MMSL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Several small airfields serve the Cabo San Lucas/San José del Cabo area; larger international commercial services use Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). Smaller ‘Cabo’ airfields typically handle general aviation, private charters and regional flights and are compact with limited passenger facilities.

Cabo San Lucas International Airport
Elevation: 139 m
22.9491, -109.9395

Terminal Guide for Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

Smaller Cabo airfields generally use a single small terminal building or terminal area for arrivals and departures, oriented to private and charter operations rather than large scheduled airlines. Facilities are minimal and focused on quick processing of passengers and baggage.

Getting to and From Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

Transfers between the airport area and Cabo San Lucas/San José del Cabo rely on road transport - taxis, pre‑booked shuttles and private transfers are the standard options.

• Taxi/shuttle - Common way to reach resorts and downtown; pre‑book during high season. • Car hire - Available from larger airports and in town rather than at small airfields. • Driving - Roads can be busy during peak tourist times; allow extra time for transfers.

There is no rail connection; confirm your pickup arrangements ahead of arrival.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

Expect minimal facilities at small regional Cabo airfields: a café or kiosk, limited seating and basic restrooms. Wi‑Fi and lounges are uncommon; full retail and dining are in nearby towns or at the larger Los Cabos (SJD) airport. Accessibility and special assistance should be arranged with your carrier in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

Cabo San Lucas area is served by many hotels and resorts in the city and tourist corridor; there is no major international hotel located inside small regional airfields. For chain bookings use parent sites such as [marriott.com] or [hilton.com]. For short layovers consider hotels in San José del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas and prearrange transfers.

Tips for Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

  • If you’re heading to Cabo San Lucas, verify which airport your flight uses - several regional fields exist and naming can be confusing.
  • Ground transport to Cabo San Lucas can take longer than map distance suggests due to road layout and seasonal traffic; pre‑book transfers when possible.
  • Small regional airports may close services outside peak hours - bring snacks for early/late flights.

Weather & Climate near Cabo San Lucas International Airport #

Climate

Cabo San Lucas International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 26°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 27°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 29°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 32°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

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