Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

Arrivals follow standard Mexican international entry protocols, taking travellers from disembarkation through immigration, baggage collection, and customs inspection.

• Follow overhead signage to international immigration (Instituto Nacional de Migración) upon disembarkation.
• Present a valid passport and any required entry forms or digital pre-authorisations to immigration officers.
• Proceed to the baggage reclaim area to collect checked luggage from the designated carousel.
• Pass through customs (Servicio de Administración Tributaria), where luggage may undergo screening or random inspection.
• Exit into the arrivals hall, passing through the commercial transport concourse towards ground transport loading zones.

• Bus

  Shared Airport Shuttle

  Shared minivans providing door-to-door transport to major hotels across San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.

  Time:

  Typically 30–60 minutes to San José del Cabo; 60–90 minutes to Cabo San Lucas depending on hotel drop-offs.

  Typical cost:

  Roughly 20–35 USD per person.

• Taxi

  Official Airport Taxi

  Pre-paid licensed taxis operating directly from the airport terminal exit.

  Time:

  Roughly 20–30 minutes to San José del Cabo; 45–60 minutes to Cabo San Lucas.

  Typical cost:

  Typically 50–80 USD to San José del Cabo; 90–120 USD to Cabo San Lucas.

• Bus

  Public Bus (Ruta del Desierto)

  Local public bus service running along the main highway corridor between the airport, San José del Cabo, and Cabo San Lucas.

  Time:

  Approximately 45–60 minutes to San José del Cabo; 75–90 minutes to Cabo San Lucas.

  Typical cost:

  Typically around 85–100 MXN (roughly 4–6 USD).

• Car rental

  Car Rental

  Major international and local car rental providers operating from off-terminal lots with shuttle service.

  Time:

  Drive times are roughly 20 minutes to San José del Cabo and 45 minutes to Cabo San Lucas via Highway 1.

  Typical cost:

  Daily rates vary widely based on vehicle category, season, and compulsory local insurance cover.

Los Cabos is predominantly an origin-and-destination airport rather than a major transfer hub, but transfers between domestic and international flights are possible.

• Passengers connecting between flights generally need to clear immigration and customs, collect baggage, and re-check with their onward airline.
• Allow at least 2 to 3 hours between connecting flights to account for border processing and terminal movement.
• Shuttle transfers or walkable pathways connect the passenger terminals.

Wireless internet access is available throughout the passenger terminal buildings.

• Free Wi-Fi access is provided across public terminal areas.
• Users typically select the official airport network SSID and accept terms on a landing portal.
• Connection speed is suitable for basic web browsing and messaging.

Banking and currency exchange services are available inside both main terminal buildings.

• ATMs accepting major international cards are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
• Currency exchange desks operate in arrivals to convert major foreign currencies into Mexican Pesos (MXN).
• US Dollars are widely accepted in the tourist corridor, but local purchases usually offer better exchange rates in MXN.

A selection of dining options is available in both landside and airside terminal zones.

• Airside departures offer quick-service eateries, coffee shops, and sit-down restaurants.
• Landside options are more limited, consisting mainly of small cafes and grab-and-go snack bars.
• Options cover both local Mexican cuisine and international fast-food brands.

VIP passenger lounges operate in both main terminals providing comfortable seating and light refreshments.

• VIP lounges are located post-security in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Access is granted via lounge membership programmes, premium airline class tickets, or single-use day pass purchases subject to capacity.
• Facilities generally include complimentary Wi-Fi, refreshments, flight information displays, and air conditioning.

While there are no hotels located inside the airport terminal, numerous options are situated a short drive away along Highway 1 and in San José del Cabo.

• Several budget and business hotels are located within a 5-to-10-minute drive of the airport perimeter.
• Resort hotels stretch along the coastal corridor between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
• Many airport-adjacent hotels offer private or scheduled shuttle services for guests.

Baggage reclaim facilities and assistance services are located in the arrivals areas of both terminals.

• Baggage carts are available in the reclaim hall for passenger use.
• Porter services are available for assistance with heavy luggage for a discretionary tip.
• Inquiries regarding lost or delayed luggage must be directed to the operating airline's baggage service desk before exiting customs.

Basic family amenities are present across the main passenger terminal facilities.

• Baby-changing facilities are integrated into major restroom blocks across the airport.
• Lifts and ramps provide pushchair access throughout multi-level terminal zones.
• Selected eateries offer child-friendly food options.

• ATMs & Currency Exchange
• VIP Lounges
• Duty-Free Shops
• Restaurants & Cafes
• Car Rental Desks
• Information Counters
• Taxi & Transport Booking
• Medical First Aid Post

Local emergency number: 911 (National Emergency Services)

• 911 is the national emergency number in Mexico for police, medical, and fire emergencies.
• First-aid and emergency medical support can be requested through any airport staff or security officer in the terminal.
• If you lose your passport, contact your embassy or consulate in Mexico immediately after informing airport security.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico - Los Cabos AirportOfficial airport source
• Servicio de Administración Tributaria - AduanasGovernment source
• Gobierno de México - Servicio de Emergencias 911Government source