Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo

1 airline flys nonstop from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International (MXL) to Los Cabos International (SJD). It's 734 miles (1,181 km), about 1h 57m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International
🇲🇽 Mexicali, Mexico
SJD
Los Cabos International
🇲🇽 San Jose Cabo, Mexico
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
734 mi
1,181 km
CO₂/pax
136 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MXL → SJD
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
734 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo with one stop · direct emits 136 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXL HMO (Hermosillo) SJD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (349 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (416 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → HMO
1h 10m · 349 mi
View MXL to HMO flights →
Leg 2
HMO → SJD
1h 27m · 416 mi
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MXL CUL (Culiacan) SJD
Leg 1: 1h 49m (718 mi) Leg 2: 55m (180 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → CUL
1h 49m · 718 mi
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Leg 2
CUL → SJD
55m · 180 mi
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MXL GDL (Guadalajara) SJD
Leg 1: 2h 42m (1,112 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (449 mi) Total: ~4h 16m 🍃 296 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → GDL
2h 42m · 1,112 mi
View MXL to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → SJD
1h 34m · 449 mi
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MXL BJX (Leon/Guanajuato) SJD
Leg 1: 2h 42m (1,166 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (549 mi) Total: ~4h 29m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → BJX
2h 42m · 1,166 mi
View MXL to BJX flights →
Leg 2
BJX → SJD
1h 47m · 549 mi
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MXL MTY (Monterrey) SJD
Leg 1: 2h 33m (1,027 mi) Leg 2: 2h (631 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 316 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → MTY
2h 33m · 1,027 mi
View MXL to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → SJD
2h · 631 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

A nonstop flight from Mexicali (MXL) to San Jose Cabo (SJD) takes approximately 1 hours and 57 minutes. The distance is 734 miles (1,181 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Mexicali from San Jose Cabo?

The flight distance from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo is 734 miles (1,181 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

At 1h 57m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

Roughly 136 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 680 km.

Is the return flight from San Jose Cabo to Mexicali also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexicali to San Jose Cabo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.