Los Cabos from San Francisco, Nov 14–21: $1,641 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $431 per person round trip, $338 below the typical fare
- Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas rated 9 from 588 reviews
- Typical highs of 82–87°F, lows near 68°F, free cancellation
The catch: It's one stop and 8h 20m on the way down, and a checked bag is about $140 for two, not in the total.
Worth it if you want a warm week of beach, snorkeling and boat trips; skip it if you're going for whales, which start in December.
Worth it if one stop is fine for you: the whole trip is $1,641 for two, all in, which covers the flights at $861 plus 7 nights at Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas at $676 and its $104 resort fee, taxes and fees included. It runs Nov 14–21, 2026, on Alaska Airlines (AS) from SFO with one stop, 8h 20m on the way down, and a checked bag is not in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,641 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $861 |
| Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $676 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $104 |
| The total, before you go | $1,641 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$338 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $35 each way per bag on Alaska, $140 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$431 per person, round trip
$861 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · 1 stop · 8h 20m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 11:53 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 5:48 PM · back Sat, Nov 21, 12:16 PM – Sat, Nov 21, 2:41 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $431 | 1 stop | 8h 20m |
| F9 + AS | $433 | 1 stop | 15h 38m |
| F9 + AS | $433 | 1 stop | 15h 43m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 9:35 PM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is the reason to look this week: $431 per person round trip when we checked, $338 below the typical fare on this route, which runs $769 per person, so 44% less. Across 12 offers we saw fares between $431 and $480 per person. Mid-November is warm in Los Cabos, with typical highs of 82–87°F and lows near 68°F, though the normals lean overcast most days. The October marlin tournament crowds are gone and humpback whale season hasn't started yet, so this week is about the beach, snorkeling and long dinners. With $1,641 for two covering flights and 7 nights, taxes and fees included, the rest of your budget can go to boat trips and meals out. Prices are what we found at the time shown and can change.
The kind of trip this is
A beach week with a lively streak: swim at Médano Beach, take a boat out to El Arco, eat well and stay out late in Cabo San Lucas if you feel like it. It suits a couple or two friends who like warm afternoons and an easy pace, with an evening in the quieter San José del Cabo for contrast.
Weather in Los Cabos, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 82–87°F, lows near 68°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 87 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 86 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 87 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 86 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 85 °F | 67 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 83 °F | 67 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 84 °F | 66 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 82 °F | 66 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Los Cabos
We'd base you in Cabo San Lucas (Marina and Médano Beach), the lively end with a swimmable beach, bars and boat trips out of the marina. The best value is Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas: a Deluxe Studio at $676 for the 7 nights, $97 a night, rated 9 from 588 reviews, room only, with its $104 resort fee already in our total. For a full resort, Solmar Resort Optional All Inclusive is a 4-star in Downtown Cabo San Lucas at $1,352 for the stay, $193 a night, rated 8.6 from 878 reviews, plus $238 paid at the property. Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive is $1,697, $242 a night, rated 8 from 2,185 reviews, with meals included and $301 paid at the property. All three list free cancellation.
Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas
$676 for 7 nights, two guests · $97 a night
See roomsSolmar Resort Optional All Inclusive
$1,352 for 7 nights, two guests · $193 a night
See roomsRiu Santa Fe - All Inclusive
$1,697 for 7 nights, two guests · $242 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Los Cabos for these dates
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Where in Los Cabos
- Cabo San Lucas (Marina and Médano Beach): The lively end, with the swimmable Médano Beach, bars and boat trips out of the marina.
- Tourist Corridor: The 20-mile resort highway between the two towns, home to most of the big-name hotels and golf courses.
- San José del Cabo: The quieter colonial town with the gallery district and the Thursday Art Walk.
- Pacific side (Pedregal, Diamante): Dramatic surf coast with sunset views; the ocean here is for looking, not swimming.
- Todos Santos: Bohemian desert town an hour north with boutique hotels and the Hotel California.
What to do in Los Cabos
- Take the water-taxi from the marina to El Arco and Lover's Beach
- Swim and snorkel at Chileno Bay or Santa María Bay
- Catch the Thursday evening Art Walk in San José del Cabo on Nov 19
- Plan a farm-to-table dinner at Flora Farms or Acre
- Charter a boat out of the marina for marlin and dorado
Also worth it
- Water-taxi to El Arco and Lover's Beach
- Watch humpback whales breach from a boat between December and April
- Charter a boat for marlin and dorado out of the marina
Tours and tickets in Los Cabos
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Getting there and around
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland San Francisco Bay (OAK), San Jose Mineta International (SJC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Los Cabos | Los Cabos International (SJD) |
| Flight time | 8h 20m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,268 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 7 nights in Los Cabos costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $862 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas) | $676 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $3,358 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: San Francisco to Los Cabos
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $431 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $424 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $769 |
| Price checks | 24 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travelers from the United States need a valid passport for Los Cabos; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: Mexican peso (MXN).
- You'll need a passport; the currency is the Mexican peso (MXN).
- Los Cabos is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco.
- The outbound leaves SFO at 11:53 AM on Saturday, Nov 14; the return leaves at 12:16 PM on Saturday, Nov 21.
- A checked bag is about $140 for two and is not in the total; the $104 resort fee is.
- Humpback whale season runs December to April, so whales fall outside these dates.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a one-stop flight works for you. The fare was $338 per person below the typical fare on this route when we checked, the best-value hotel is rated 9, and the weather normals show highs of 82–87°F.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,641 for two, all in: $861 in flights plus $676 for 7 nights at Lumina at Cardinal Cabo San Lucas and its $104 resort fee, taxes and fees included. A checked bag, about $140 for two, and spending money are extra.
Do I need a passport?
Yes. Los Cabos is in Mexico, so each of you needs a passport. The local currency is the Mexican peso.
What is the weather like in mid-November?
Warm. Typical highs run 82–87°F with lows near 68°F for these dates, and the normals show mostly overcast days with one partly cloudy day on Nov 20.
How long is the flight?
The fare we found is on Alaska Airlines (AS) with one stop, 8h 20m on the way down from SFO to Los Cabos International (SJD). The distance is 1,268 miles.
Will we see whales?
Probably not on these dates. Humpback whale season runs December to April, with December to February the peak. In November, plan on El Arco, snorkeling and fishing instead.
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