Puerto Los Cabos is a 2,000-acre master-planned community on the Sea of Cortez, just east of San José del Cabo, with a full-service marina and a 27-hole Nicklaus/Norman golf course. A private SJD transfer takes 25-32 minutes door-to-door. One-way pricing starts at $84 USD for a private van — child seats, bottled water, and flight tracking included.
How long is the transfer from SJD to Puerto Los Cabos?
Puerto Los Cabos sits about 16-25 km from SJD, depending on which gate you enter. The route leaves the airport on Highway 1 southbound, exits onto Boulevard Mauricio Castro through San José del Cabo, then continues east to the Puerto Los Cabos main gate at Mile 2 of the East Cape highway. Door-to-door is typically 25-32 minutes with no traffic.
| Destination | Distance | Average drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Secrets Puerto Los Cabos | 17 km | 25-30 min |
| Zadun, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | 19 km | 27-32 min |
| Hotel El Ganzo | 15 km | 22-28 min |
| Marina (Nicklaus / Norman courses) | 18 km | 25-30 min |
| East Cape resorts (beyond the gate) | 22-28 km | 30-40 min |
What does a Puerto Los Cabos transfer cost?
Puerto Los Cabos prices at our entry-level Los Cabos tier — the same as San José del Cabo proper, because the drive is comparably short. All pricing is all-inclusive: vehicle, driver, taxes, tolls, bottled water, child seats. No tip required.
| Vehicle | Capacity | Best for | One-way USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Van | Up to 8 pax | Couples, families, small groups | $84 |
| VIP Suburban | Up to 6 pax | Premium comfort, leather interior | $84 |
| Mercedes Sprinter | Up to 18 pax | Large groups, weddings, events | $138 |
Popular hotels in Puerto Los Cabos
- Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort — adults-only all-inclusive, marina-side
- Zadun, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve — ultra-luxury beachfront enclave
- Hotel El Ganzo — boutique art hotel, live music, marina-front
- Private villas and residences inside the community
What makes Puerto Los Cabos different?
Puerto Los Cabos is a master-planned community designed for residents and resort guests — not a public marina. The Nicklaus/Norman composite course, the artisan walkway, and the protected marina mean the area feels more residential than typical tourist zones. It is also the closest of the upscale "east" zones to San José del Cabo town, which means dinner and shopping options are 5-10 minutes away.
