PGA Tour in Los Cabos: Flying Private to the World Wide Technology Championship
Pegasus Flight Support · Updated September 19, 2026 · 4 min read
World Wide Technology Championship · Nov 2 – 8, 2026 · Los Cabos
Key Points
- The World Wide Technology Championship runs November 2 to 8, 2026, with tournament play November 5 to 8.
- The venue is El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas.
- Cabo San Lucas International (MMSL) is the closer airport. Los Cabos International (MMSD) has the longer runway and published operating hours.
- The tournament falls at the start of Los Cabos peak season, when parking begins to tighten.
- Foreign charter operators cannot carry revenue passengers between two points inside Mexico, which matters for anyone combining this with Mexico City.
The tournament
The World Wide Technology Championship is a PGA TOUR event played at El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas. The 2026 edition runs from November 2 to 8, with four rounds of tournament play from Thursday, November 5 to Sunday, November 8. It is the 20th anniversary of the event, which in 2007 became the first PGA TOUR tournament played in Mexico, and 120 players are expected.
The week draws players, sponsors, and guests, many arriving by private aircraft, along with the early-season visitors who come to Los Cabos every November.
Which airport
Los Cabos has two airports. Cabo San Lucas International (MMSL) sits minutes from the Cabo San Lucas marina and hotel zone, which makes it the closer choice for a tournament held in Cabo San Lucas. Its single runway is 6,998 ft, so check it against your aircraft's performance, and confirm customs availability and operating hours before filing.
Los Cabos International (MMSD), near San José del Cabo, has a 9,843 ft runway, premium FBO facilities, and published operating hours of 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM local. It is the natural choice for larger aircraft and for the most predictable customs process, at the cost of a longer drive to the course.
Timing and parking
Peak season in Los Cabos runs roughly November through April, so tournament week arrives just as ramp space starts to tighten. Traffic will bunch around the start of tournament play on Thursday and again on Sunday evening and Monday after the final round. Confirm whether your aircraft can stay for the week or will need to reposition, and remember that nighttime operations at MMSD are limited.
Coming from the Mexico City Grand Prix?
The tournament begins the day after the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix, and some travelers will do both. Private flights can fly between airports inside Mexico on the same entry authorization. Charter is different: Mexico's cabotage rules restrict foreign operators from carrying revenue passengers between two points inside Mexico. A US charter operator should get advice before quoting a Mexico City to Los Cabos leg.
What to arrange now
How Pegasus helps
Pegasus Flight Support coordinates ground handling, fuel, customs and immigration, catering, and crew arrangements at both Los Cabos airports. Tell us your aircraft and dates and we will recommend the airport, confirm hours and customs for your arrival, and arrange parking.
FAQ
When is the World Wide Technology Championship in 2026?
The tournament runs November 2 to 8, 2026 at El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas, with tournament play from November 5 to 8.
Which airport is closest to the PGA Tour event in Los Cabos?
Cabo San Lucas International (MMSL) is the closer airport to Cabo San Lucas. Los Cabos International (MMSD) has a longer 9,843 ft runway and is the region's main international airport.
Can a US charter operator fly passengers from Mexico City to Los Cabos?
Mexico's cabotage rules restrict foreign operators from carrying revenue passengers between two points inside Mexico. Private, non-revenue flights can fly between Mexican airports on the same entry authorization.
Last reviewed September 2026. Mexican aviation regulations change frequently. Confirm current requirements with Pegasus before every trip.