Los Cabos International Airport

What Los Cabos International Airport does

Los Cabos International Airport (IATA: SJD) is a government-operated public airport located on the Transpeninsular Highway at Km 43.5 in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico. It functions as the sole major aviation gateway to the Los Cabos tourism corridor, serving Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor. The airport operates 24/7 across two commercial terminals — Terminal 1 for domestic and certain international flights, and Terminal 2 dedicated primarily to international flights from the U.S., Canada, and seasonal European routes — supplemented by the Cabo Jet Center FBO for private and charter aviation. In the most recent reporting period it handled approximately 7.5 million annual passengers and 67,404 air operations, ranking as Mexico's sixth busiest airport and capturing 61% of international traffic to and from the U.S. and Canada across a 50+ destination network.

The airport's core operations center on passenger processing infrastructure including immigration and customs (with Global Entry, Mobile Passport Control, and automated passport control available), baggage handling, and terminal amenities such as duty-free retail, dining, VIP lounges (Terminal 1 lounge and the Swissport-operated Terminal 2 lounge), and free Wi-Fi. Commercial technology is conventional: flight information display systems, real-time flight tracking via third-party integrations (FlightAware, Google Maps) surfaced through the GAP mobile app, and standard payment processing. The proprietary components are operational — terminal layout design optimized for passenger flow and a branded SJD_Free_WiFi network — rather than technology-driven.

Revenue is generated through a diversified set of streams typical of mid-sized international gateway airports: passenger facility charges and airline landing fees, duty-free and retail concession commissions, parking (standard, VIP, and off-site partner San Jose Park N Fly), car rental agency commissions, VIP lounge access ($35-$40 USD per visit), and ground transportation take-rates through official partner Cabo Airport Shuttle (private transfers priced $67-$99 USD by zone/vehicle). End-customer segments skew toward international leisure travelers from the U.S. and Canada, domestic Mexican travelers, luxury resort visitors (Grand Velas, One&Only Palmilla, Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, Esperanza, Pueblo Bonito Pacifica), seasonal European tourists, and private aviation users. Marketing runs primarily through the bilingual los-cabos-airport.com portal, owned travel guide content, email confirmations, and the GAP app, with no disclosed enterprise sales motion.

Name

Los Cabos International Airport

Legal name

Los Cabos Airport

Website

https://los-cabos-airport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is a government-operated public airport in Baja California Sur, Mexico, serving as the sole major gateway to the Los Cabos tourism corridor. It handles 7.5+ million annual passengers across two terminals, ranking as Mexico's sixth busiest airport and capturing 61% of U.S./Canada international traffic.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airport Operations

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Other Airport Operations (488119), Passenger Car Rental (532111)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Airport Lounges & Premium Passenger Facilities (THABALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH), Airport Car Rental (On-Airport Concessions) (THADAAAA)

Keywords

• Airport operations
• Passenger terminal services
• Aviation infrastructure
• Ground transportation coordination
• Airport parking facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

San José Del Cabo

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Airport Operations and Passenger Fees: Revenue generated from airport operations including passenger facility charges, landing fees from airlines, and general airport services.
2. Duty-Free and Retail Concessions: Revenue from duty-free shopping operations including liquor, perfumes, cosmetics, and luxury brands, as well as souvenir stores operating within the terminals.
3. Parking Services: Short-term and long-term parking facilities offering hourly and daily rates with VIP terminal parking options. Additional revenue from off-site partner parking (San Jose Park N Fly).
4. Ground Transportation Coordination: Revenue from coordinating and facilitating ground transportation services including shuttle services, taxi services, and car rental operations at the airport.
5. Car Rental Operations: Commissions from car rental agencies operating at the airport including international brands and trusted local providers.
6. VIP Lounge Access: Revenue from paid VIP lounge access, Priority Pass memberships, and business class passenger services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) operates two commercial passenger terminals (Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights) plus the Cabo Jet Center FBO for private aviation. The airport provides core aviation gateway services including flight information, immigration and customs processing, ground transportation coordination (private transfers, shuttles, taxis, ride-hailing), car rental aggregation, short-term and long-term parking, duty-free shopping, dining, and VIP lounge access. As Mexico's sixth busiest airport with over 7.5 million annual passengers, it serves as the primary gateway to the Los Cabos tourism corridor.

Product overview

Los Cabos International Airport operates as a transportation hub with multiple integrated service modules. The core offering centers on flight information tracking and passenger terminal operations (Terminal 1 for domestic and some international flights, Terminal 2 for international flights), supplemented by ground transportation booking services (private transfers, shared shuttles), car rental aggregation, and airport parking facilities. Additional services include VIP lounges at both terminals, duty-free shopping, dining options, a tourism/activity guide for visitors, an airport security guide, and Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services for private aviation via Cabo Jet Center. The airport also provides terminal navigation maps for passenger convenience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Flight Information System Real-time flight tracking system displaying arrivals and departures with live status updates including delays, cancellations, gate changes, and schedule adjustments across Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7.5+ million annual passengers served
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cabo Airport ShuttlecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial primary airport transportation partner providing private transfers, shared shuttles, and luxury vehicle services to hotels and resorts throughout Los Cabos. Operates 24/7 with professional drivers, flight monitoring, and fixed pricing by destination zone. Partner since establishment of transportation services.
• San Jose Park N FlyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOff-site parking partner offering uncovered, covered, and garage parking options. Located across from the airport with complimentary 24/7 shuttle service. Competitive rates at $6 USD/day or $90 USD/month.
• Car Rental AgenciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple car rental providers operating at airport terminals including international brands and local providers. Services include compact cars, full-size vehicles, SUVs, and vans with competitive pricing and insurance options.
• U.S. and Canadian AirlinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor airline partners including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, WestJet, and seasonal carriers (WestJet, Air Canada seasonal). Account for 61% of international traffic to/from U.S. and Canada.
• Mexican Domestic AirlinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomestic airline partners operating from Terminal 1 including Aeroméxico (Skyteam alliance), Volaris, Viva Aerobus, and Magnicharters.
• European Seasonal Charter AirlinesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSeasonal European carriers including TUI and Condor operating charter flights during peak winter seasons.
• Priority PassminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal lounge membership program providing lounge access at Terminal 2 VIP Lounge for Priority Pass members as part of airport amenities.
• Global Entry / Mobile Passport ControlminorGTM or Marketing PartnerU.S. Customs and Border Protection programs facilitating faster immigration processing for eligible travelers at Los Cabos International Airport.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mexico City International Airport (AICM): Mexico's largest and busiest airport serving as the country's primary international gateway. While focused on a different traffic mix (business + connecting), it sets the operational benchmark for Mexican airport infrastructure and concession revenue.
• Cancún International Airport: Mexico's largest international gateway airport serving Caribbean beach tourism. Directly competes with SJD for North American leisure travelers and shares a near-identical business model with duty-free, lounges, parking, and concession revenue streams.
• Cozumel International Airport: Mexican Caribbean gateway serving cruise and leisure tourism. Directly competes with SJD for North American leisure travelers and shares similar small-scale terminal operations and tourism-driven revenue profile.
• Puerto Vallarta International Airport: Mexican Pacific gateway airport serving a beach tourism corridor similar to Los Cabos. Competes with SJD for the same US/Canadian leisure traveler segment with comparable amenities, two-terminal layout, and revenue mix.

Broad incumbents

• Denver International Airport: Major US hub airport with significant Mexico route connectivity. While serving a different primary function (US hub), it competes for connecting passengers and sets the benchmark for North American airport commercial revenue and concession scale.
• Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (OMA): Mexican airport operator managing 13 airports in northern/central Mexico including Monterrey and Acapulco. Competes with GAP and ASUR in the Mexican airport concession space with similar business model and revenue streams.
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport: World's busiest airport by passenger traffic. While much larger and focused on US hub operations, it represents the benchmark for airport operational scale, concession monetization, and infrastructure economics globally.
• Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR): Mexican airport operator running major tourist gateways including Cancún, Cozumel, and Mérida. Competes with GAP/SJD in the Mexican airport concession space and shares a similar aeronautical-plus-commercial revenue model.
• Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP): Mexican airport operator managing 13 airports including Tijuana, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, and SJD. Provides the operational platform (e.g., GAP App integration referenced in SJD data) and shared services that drive SJD's revenue model.

Regional players

• Punta Cana International Airport: Dominican Republic's busiest airport and the leading Caribbean tourism gateway. Competes with SJD for North American leisure travelers seeking beach vacations with a similar tourism-focused revenue model anchored by duty-free and lounges.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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