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Private Long-Distance Transportation · 200 km

Cabo Airport (SJD)
to La Paz transportation

Door-to-door private transfer from Los Cabos International Airport to La Paz, B.C.S. About 2 hours 30 minutes, Highway 1 north via Los Barriles and El Triunfo. Drop-offs at the malecón, Costa Baja, Marina La Paz and the Pichilingue boat dock.

200 km · 124 mi ~2h 30min From $230 USD*
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Private Cabo airport to La Paz transportation

La Paz is the capital of Baja California Sur and the gateway to the Espíritu Santo whale-shark and sea-lion encounters. It also has its own airport (LAP), but it does not offer the same volume of US and Canada connections as Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) — so most travelers fly into SJD and need a private Cabo airport to La Paz transportation link to complete the journey.

The drive is roughly 2 hours 30 minutes on Highway 1 north, the eastern Sea-of-Cortez route through Los Barriles and El Triunfo. The road is in good condition, our chauffeurs know the rest stops, and we recommend the route over the western Highway 19 unless you specifically want a Todos Santos coffee or lunch stop on the way. For boat-day departures from Pichilingue we have done same-morning early pickups at SJD with arrival in time for the 9 AM Espíritu Santo boats.

Per-Vehicle Flat Rates

SJD to La Paz Transportation Rates

Per-vehicle flat fare — same price whether one passenger or a full van. Round-trip is two one-way fares.

  • Cadillac Escalade — Cabo Airport Transfer

    Up to 5 pax · VIP

    From $320 USD*

    One-way · per vehicle

  • Chevrolet Suburban — Cabo Airport Transfer

    Up to 5 pax

    From $230 USD*

    One-way · per vehicle

  • Toyota Hiace — Cabo Group Transfer

    Up to 10 pax

    From $265 USD*

    One-way · per vehicle

  • Mercedes Sprinter — Cabo Group Transfer

    Up to 15 pax

    From $340 USD*

    One-way · per vehicle

* Starting prices in USD per vehicle, one-way. Final fare adapts to exact La Paz drop-off (hotel, marina, Pichilingue boat dock), round-trip option, group size, extras (child seats, early-morning pickup). Rates last verified October 11, 2026. The booking engine shows the final, all-in quote in USD before you confirm.

Door-to-door · every La Paz hotel & dock

La Paz Transfer Drop-offs: Hotels,
Malecón, Marina and Pichilingue

We drop at the hotel lobby, the marina slip, or the Pichilingue boat dock — whatever your day requires. No cab handoff, no station-to-station puzzle.

  • Costa Baja Resort & Spa

    Marina, La Paz

  • Hyatt Place La Paz

    Malecón seafront, La Paz

  • La Concha Beach Resort

    Pichilingue road

  • Hotel Catedral La Paz

    Historic center

  • Marina La Paz

    Yacht slips, downtown

  • Pichilingue cruise port

    Espíritu Santo boats

  • Hotel Posada de Engelbert

    Centro La Paz

  • Private rentals & villas

    All La Paz neighborhoods

Private La Paz Transfer vs Bus and Airport Taxi

Aguila operates a public bus from Cabo San Lucas to La Paz, but it does not pick up at SJD Airport. To use it you would need an airport taxi to the Cabo bus terminal, a four-hour bus ride with a luggage transfer, and a second taxi at La Paz station — three vehicles, three luggage moves, six hours total, no door drop. None of it works with bulky scuba bags, baby strollers or a wedding-party luggage stack.

Airport taxis at SJD quote La Paz on the spot at the counter. A pre-booked private Cabo airport to La Paz shuttle from a licensed B.C.S. operator gets you door-to-door in about 2.5 hours, with a single fare agreed before you land.

Cabo to La Paz Transportation FAQ

How long is the drive from Cabo Airport (SJD) to La Paz?
About 2 hours 30 minutes for a direct 200 km drive on Highway 1 north (the eastern route via Los Barriles and El Triunfo). The alternate Highway 19 route via Todos Santos is 220 km and slightly slower. We default to Highway 1 unless you ask for a Todos Santos coffee stop.
How much does a private SJD to La Paz transfer cost?
From $230 USD per vehicle one-way in the Chevrolet Suburban (up to 5 passengers). Includes vehicle, bilingual chauffeur, and all tolls. A 16% Mexican IVA tax applies only when paying by card; cash payments are not taxed. Driver gratuity is not included — a 10-15% tip is customary and goes directly to your chauffeur. Toyota Hiace (up to 10 pax) from $265 USD, Cadillac Escalade VIP from $320 USD, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (up to 15 pax with luggage) from $340 USD. Round-trip is double the one-way fare. No surge pricing.
Can you drop us at the La Paz cruise port or the Pichilingue ferry?
Yes. We do drop-offs at the La Paz cruise terminal (Pichilingue), the Espíritu Santo boat dock, the Marina La Paz, the malecón, and any hotel — Costa Baja, Hyatt Place La Paz, Marina Costa Baja, La Concha Beach Resort, La Posada de Engelbert, and private rentals.
What is the best time to book Cabo airport to La Paz shuttle for whale shark tours?
Whale shark season runs October to April. Book the SJD to La Paz transfer the morning before your tour day so you arrive in La Paz with time for dinner and rest. Our drivers know the early-morning Pichilingue boat dock pickup window and can do same-day La Paz airport return after your tour.
Do you handle one-way drop-offs at La Paz, or only round trip?
Both. Many guests fly into SJD (Los Cabos) because of better international connections, transfer to La Paz with us, and fly out of La Paz (LAP) at the end. The published $230 USD rate is for one-way.
Are there shared shuttles or buses from SJD to La Paz?
Aguila runs shared buses between Los Cabos and La Paz with several departures a day. It is a shared bus on a fixed schedule, not a private door-to-door service. A private shuttle picks you up at the SJD terminal and drives straight to your La Paz address in about 2 hours 30 minutes, at the price you booked.
Do you run the return transfer from La Paz to SJD Airport?
Yes. The La Paz to SJD Airport transfer is the same private vehicle and flat rate in the other direction, picking up at your hotel, the malecón, Marina La Paz or Pichilingue. Book it with your arrival to hold the vehicle. For international departures we recommend pickup 5 hours before the flight from La Paz.
How much is a taxi from Cabo to La Paz, and how does the private transfer compare?
Airport taxis at SJD are bought at a counter on arrival, and a La Paz run is quoted on the spot. The private transfer is a fixed $230 USD per vehicle one-way in the Chevrolet Suburban (up to 5 passengers), tolls included, booked in advance with meet and greet at SJD. A 16% IVA applies only to card payments.
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