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Cheapest round-trip
$124
Typical prices: $157-$226
Aeromexico, Volaris
Sat 9/15Sat 9/22
SJD - MEX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$73
Typical prices: $97-$187
Volaris
Mon 9/24
SJD - MEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aeromexico, Volaris and Viva. Average duration is 2h 15m
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $184 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City (SJD-MEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José del Cabo to Mexico City

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:11 am - 9:30 amSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 19mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 7:04 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$124Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22
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12:02 pm - 3:10 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 08mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 7:04 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$131Volaris
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:02 pm - 3:10 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 08mnonstop
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9:00 am - 10:09 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$135Volaris
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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12:02 pm - 3:10 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 08mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 7:04 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$135Volaris
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:04 pm - 11:15 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 11mnonstop
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6:10 am - 7:21 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 11mnonstop
$137Viva
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:04 pm - 11:15 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 11mnonstop
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6:10 am - 7:21 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 11mnonstop
$139Viva
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
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8:04 pm - 11:15 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 11mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 7:04 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$139Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20
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8:04 pm - 11:15 pmSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 11mnonstop
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9:00 am - 10:09 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 09mnonstop
$139Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
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6:11 am - 9:30 amSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 19mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 30mnonstop
$156Aeromexico
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:15 am - 9:30 amSJD  San José del Cabo Los Cabos-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 15mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 10:30 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SJD San José del Cabo Los Cabos
2h 20mnonstop
$156Aeromexico
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José del Cabo to Mexico City, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from San José del Cabo to Mexico City at $155 round-trip.
  • December ($241) and November ($205) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José del Cabo to Mexico City the cheapest?

Flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San José del Cabo to Mexico City

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$73
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City

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Your San José del Cabo to Mexico City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What transit options are available from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) to the city center?

    The Metro is the cheapest option to reach the city center from MEX. Passengers can take the Linea 5 (yellow line) or Linea 9 (brown line) from Terminal Aerea Station, located in Terminal 1, to reach the city center. Additionally, there are several buses available from the airport to the city center, including the Airport Express bus, which departs from Terminal 1 and stops at several locations in the city center.

  • What services are offered to passengers in economy class on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with Viva Aerobus?

    Passengers in the economy class are provided with comfortable seating options on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with Viva Aerobus. Viva Aerobus also provides a downloadable app called "CosmicPlay" that allows passengers to access a variety of games, movies, TV shows, and more during the flight.

  • Can I select my seat in advance on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with Aeromexico?

    Yes, you can select your seat in advance on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with Aeromexico. When booking your flight, you can choose your preferred seat from the available options. Depending on the level of fare, there may be an additional fee for selecting a seat in advance. However, Aeromexico does offer free seat selection for certain fare types including Premier Class, AM Plus, Flexible Economy, and Idea Efficiency.

  • Which airline offers flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with lower carbon emissions?

    Volaris Airlines offers flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with lower carbon emissions. Volaris has implemented several measures to reduce their carbon footprint, including investments in modern and fuel-efficient aircraft, optimizing flight routes, and using sustainable aviation fuels. Additionally, Volaris has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% per passenger by 2050.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights?

    Among airlines operating San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights:

    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    3 airlines operate flights between San José del Cabo and Mexico City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Aeromexico
    • Volaris
    • Viva

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    Flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City usually depart from San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) and arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Viva: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $186 round-trip and layover options via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) at $184.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City pass through?

    Connecting flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City most commonly pass through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 22% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the San José del Cabo to Mexico City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $179 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $214, a difference of $35. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San José del Cabo to Mexico City route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 1 minute.

  • How are flight departures from San José del Cabo to Mexico City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mexico City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mexico City are Zona Rosa, Plaza de la Constitucion and El Ángel de la Independencia. These are among the most viewed places in Mexico City on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San José del Cabo to Mexico City:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:02 am and lands at 8:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:04 pm and lands at 10:19 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $185. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    A nonstop flight from San José del Cabo to Mexico City takes 2h 15m, covering 731 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from San José del Cabo to Mexico City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $124 to $1,024. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San José del Cabo to Mexico City looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José del Cabo to Mexico City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $98, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Aeromexico’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights?

    Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Volaris has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights are:

    • Aeromexico: 96% on time
    • Volaris: 86% on time
    • Viva: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 92% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

    Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 13h 25m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).

  • What is the time difference between San José del Cabo and Mexico City?

    Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of San José del Cabo (Central Time vs Mexican Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX)?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Infinity Car Rental
    · Europcar
    · MEXRENTACAR
    · America Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José del Cabo to Mexico City flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City range from $157 to $226, with an average of $185 over the past 12 months. Anything below $157 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José del Cabo to Mexico City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $179 - about $35 less than Monday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José del Cabo to Mexico City trip for October. Fares historically average $155 round-trip in that month - typically $86 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Aeromexico is the strongest pick on this route. 96% of Aeromexico flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 92%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 1 minute, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport (GDL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $184 round-trip on this route - about $2 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport.
    - Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
    - NH Collection Mexico City Airport T2
    - Courtyard by Marriott Mexico City Airport
  • Volaris Airlines allows certain pets such as dogs and cats to travel in the cabin and as checked baggage on their flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City. However, only one pet per passenger is allowed and the combined weight of the pet and carrier cannot exceed 22 lb.
  • Basic Economy passengers on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City with Aeromexico are allowed to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag with them for free. However, checked baggage is not included in this fare.
  • Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) has one main terminal building with two levels and two concourses. There is a free shuttle service that operates within the airport, connecting the different areas and making it easy for passengers to navigate the terminal building.
  • Viva Aerobus Airlines provides services for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City. The airline offers assistance for boarding and deplaning for passengers with reduced mobility.
  • Aeromexico allows parents to bring FAA-approved car seats, booster seats, and CARES harnesses on board their flights from San José del Cabo to Mexico City to secure their child in their seat during the flight. The airline also provides in-flight entertainment options that include a selection of movies, TV shows, games, and music that kids can enjoy during the flight.

Prefer to fly direct from San José del Cabo to Mexico City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San José del Cabo Los Cabos Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José del Cabo Los Cabos to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Monday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

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