Los Cabos International Airport
Airport Airport
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) serves the Los Cabos area (San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas) and is a major gateway for international leisure travel to Baja California Sur. Passenger volumes are significant and heavily seasonal, with high traffic during winter and holiday periods.
The airport has a single terminal building with separate areas for domestic and international operations; the layout is designed for high-throughput tourist traffic and includes a range of ground-transport and rental-car services landside.
Terminal Guide for Los Cabos International Airport #
The airport operates from a single terminal complex that serves both domestic and international flights, with clear domestic/international zones within the same building. Check-in and security are landside with separate passport control for international departures and arrivals; gates and passenger services are located airside.
Walking between check-in, security and gates is straightforward, though distances can be longer during peak periods due to crowds.
Getting to and From Los Cabos International Airport #
Los Cabos airport is located roughly 20-30 minutes from San José del Cabo and 30-50 minutes from Cabo San Lucas by car depending on traffic and destination.
- Taxi / rideshare: Taxis and licensed airport shuttles operate from the arrivals curb; fares vary by destination and time of day - pre-arranged transfers are common for resorts.
- Bus / shuttle: Shared shuttle services and private vans connect the airport with resorts in San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas; journey times and costs vary by operator.
- Driving / car rental: On-site car rental is available; driving times vary with traffic and exact resort location.
- Rail/metro: No rail connection to the airport.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Los Cabos International Airport #
The airport offers extensive facilities oriented to international leisure traffic: duty-free shopping, multiple dining options and numerous ground-transport services.
- Lounges: Several airline and pay-per-use lounges operate in the international departures area; check access with your carrier or Priority Pass.
- Food & drink: Strong selection of sit-down restaurants and quick-service outlets both landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Free Wi‑Fi is commonly available; plentiful charging points are located near gates.
- Luggage & other services: Full baggage services, car rental desks and tourist information counters are available landside; luggage storage is limited.
- Accessibility: The terminal is equipped with accessibility features and staff assistance is available on request.
Tips for Los Cabos International Airport #
- If flying into San José del Cabo (SJD) then collecting international arrivals tax receipts or transit forms may be necessary for certain nationalities-check your airline or consulate guidance.
- If you’ll be taking a shuttle to Cabo San Lucas or tourist areas, pre-book in high season to guarantee a seat.
Weather & Climate near Los Cabos International Airport #
Los Cabos International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (121 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
