Perhaps you and your spouse want to head down to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico next weekend with another couple to check out the luxurious Esperanza residence club. For a weekend jaunt to Cabo you could either purchase four commercial tickets, or charter a private jet. We gathered price quotes for both air travel options:

Private Jet Trip Jet needed for this trip: Mid-sized jet such as a Lear 60 (photo, right) Flying from: Seattle, WA. to Cabo San Lucas Flying times: 4hrs 18mins getting there, 4hrs 18mins back

Approximate total price for trip: $31,120

Prices courtesy of Jet Network.

First-class Commercial Trip searched: Seattle to Cabo San Lucas on America West Airlines Travel dates: Jan 2007 a Friday -Tuesday trip Flying times: 5hrs 26mins getting there, 6hrs 6mins back (both connect in Phoenix) Approximate total price for trip: $1,148.91/person, total of $4,595.64

While a private jet is much more expensive, it is also a much more enjoyable experience. You could share a champagne brunch on-board with your friends and be on the beach in Cabo by noon. The private jet experience is definitely more efficient, relaxing and luxurious than a commercial flight.

If you are planning a trip to Cabo San Lucas, be sure to check out our Luxury “Mini” Guide to Cabo for recommendations on the best hotels, restaurants, golf courses and much more.

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Images courtesy of Jet Network and Google Maps