According to the Los Cabos Tourism Board, air capacity from Canada to the Mexican destination is expected to increase by 35.4% over the next six months.
The expansion follows a record year for Canadian tourism to Los Cabos, with nearly 216,000 visitors from Canada in 2025.
Mexico also remains a favourite among Canadian travellers. According to Statistics Canada, Canadians made approximately 1.3 million visits to Mexico during the first quarter of 2026.
Five New Routes for Winter 2026-27
- Toronto Pearson: Porter Airlines launches November 16, operating up to three weekly flights.
- Edmonton: Porter begins service November 16, with up to four weekly flights, marking its first international service from Alberta.
- Montreal: Air Transat introduces weekly flights beginning December 10.
- Regina: WestJet launches its first nonstop service to Los Cabos on December 14, with Monday departures.
- Ottawa: Porter begins flights December 18, offering up to two weekly departures and becoming the only airline with nonstop service between the two cities.
Longer Stays and Multigenerational Travel
With more Canadians gaining direct access to the destination, Los Cabos is also positioning itself for longer vacations and multigenerational travel.
In Cabo San Lucas, Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa offers accommodations ranging from junior suites to four-bedroom penthouses, with ocean-view terraces and full kitchens or kitchenettes. Guests can also arrange to have groceries stocked before arrival.
Located near the Cabo San Lucas marina, the beachfront property provides access to local restaurants, nightlife and attractions including El Arco and Lover's Beach.
The resort offers six pools, two jacuzzis, a Kids' Club, mini golf and daily activities. Its two-storey Grand Spa offers hydrotherapy treatments, a sauna, saltwater jacuzzi and a traditional Temazcal experience.
Winter also marks whale-watching season in Los Cabos, when humpback whales migrate to the region's waters. Playa Grande offers a whale-watching package that includes guided excursions for guests aged five and older, passing landmarks such as El Arco and the area's sea lion colony.
For clients interested in an all-inclusive stay, the resort's Culinary Experience plan includes dining across five venues, along with activities such as tequila tastings, mixology classes and a Mexican fiesta.
Winter Rates Start at CAD $255 Per Night
Winter rates at Playa Grande start at CAD $255 per suite, per night, plus taxes, for two adults sharing a Junior Suite with a king-size bed.
The all-inclusive Culinary Experience plan starts at CAD $540 per suite, per night, plus taxes, for two adults.
Rates vary by travel dates and availability.
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