Destination guide · Tulum, Mexico
Private Jet to Tulum
A private jet to Tulum can now land close to town at the newer Tulum International (TQO), or at Cancún (CUN), about 90 minutes to two hours north by car. Tulum mixes Mayan ruins on a cliff above the Caribbean, jungle cenotes and design-led eco-hotels, and New Year's week is its busiest moment. Altrove Jets compares both airports for your aircraft and hotel, arranges the flight with FAA-certificated operators and coordinates the transfer, the stay and the trip home.
- Arrival airports
- Tulum Intl (TQO) · Cancún Intl (CUN) + 1hr30min transfer
Market price estimate
| Light jet | Midsize jet | Super-midsize | Heavy jet | Long-range jet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OPF) → Tulum (TQO) | From $7,500Flight time ~1h 40m | From $8,500Flight time ~1h 35m | From $11,500Flight time ~1h 30m | From $14,500Flight time ~1h 30m | From $18,000Flight time ~1h 25m |
| New York (TEB) → Tulum (TQO) | From $17,500Flight time ~3h 50m | From $20,500Flight time ~3h 40m | From $26,500Flight time ~3h 35m | From $34,000Flight time ~3h 25m | From $42,000Flight time ~3h 20m |
One-way market estimates based on typical 2026 charter rates for each jet size, including common fees. Prices move with dates, demand and repositioning; your quote confirms the exact price.
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Why fly private to Tulum
Tulum International (TQO) has shortened the trip considerably. Instead of a long drive from Cancún, many travelers now land about half an hour from the hotel zone, depending on the private handling available on their dates.
Tulum's eco-hotels and villas sit along a narrow beach road and in the jungle behind it. A private arrival with a car waiting at the aircraft is the simplest way to reach them with luggage and a group.
Cenotes such as Gran Cenote and Dos Ojos are a short drive from town. Private early-morning visits, before the tour groups arrive, are one of the most requested extras, and we can arrange them on request.
New Year's week is Tulum's peak, with hotels, villas and events booking months ahead. Aircraft and return flights for the first days of January go early, so we plan both directions together.
Wellness is central to Tulum, from temazcal ceremonies to yoga and spa retreats. Flying private from New York or Miami turns a long travel day into a short trip, so a long weekend becomes realistic.
Airports and FBOs
Tulum International (TQO), officially Felipe Carrillo Puerto International, is one of Mexico's newest airports, south of Tulum, and is roughly a 30-minute drive from the hotel zone. It accepts private aircraft, but its executive handling is newer than Cancún's, so we confirm services for your dates and aircraft before recommending it. Cancún International (CUN) has an established executive terminal with customs and immigration, followed by a drive of about 90 minutes to two hours. Cozumel (CZM) is an occasional alternative, with a ferry to Playa del Carmen.
Flying home from Tulum
Returns can leave from TQO, when private handling is confirmed, or from CUN after the drive north. The first days of January and the end of spring break are the tightest departure windows of the year, so we secure your return flight as part of the original booking. Departures clear Mexican immigration at the airport, and US customs is handled at your first US airport of entry.
What we arrange in Tulum
Eco-hotels and villas
Treehouse suites, beachfront rooms and jungle villas in Tulum's hotel zone and Aldea Zamá, booked on request to match your flight and group size.
New Year's Eve in Tulum
Flights for the holiday week planned early, with return dates secured. Hotel stays, dinners and event access can be arranged on request, subject to availability.
Wellness retreats
Temazcal ceremonies, yoga, breathwork and spa programs arranged as a private multi-day retreat alongside your flight and hotel, on request.
Ruins and cenotes
Early visits to the Tulum archaeological zone and nearby cenotes with a licensed private guide, timed to beat the crowds and the midday heat.
Bacalar day trips
Bacalar's lagoon of seven colors lies south of Tulum. We arrange a private driver, or a short flight to Chetumal (CTM) for a quicker transfer.
Riviera Maya multi-stop
Combine Tulum with Mayakoba or the Cancún Hotel Zone in one trip, arriving at CUN and leaving from TQO, or the other way around, with every transfer coordinated.
Frequently asked questions
Can private jets land at Tulum International Airport?
Yes. Tulum International (TQO) is one of the newest airports in Mexico and accepts private jets. Executive handling is still developing compared with Cancún, so we confirm services, customs and parking for your dates and aircraft. When TQO works, it saves a long drive; when it does not, Cancún (CUN) is the reliable alternative.
How long is a private jet from New York to Tulum?
Teterboro (TEB) to Tulum (TQO) takes about 4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes nonstop, similar to the Cancún flight. A morning departure from New York arrives in Tulum by early afternoon. Midsize and super-midsize jets are the most common choices for this route.
How long is a private jet from Miami to Tulum?
From Opa-locka (OPF) or Miami to Tulum (TQO), the flight usually takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. A light or midsize jet works well for small groups, and the drive from TQO to the hotel zone is short.
How much does a private jet to Tulum cost?
It depends on where you start, the jet size, the dates and whether you land at TQO or Cancún; New Year's week is the most expensive. See the market estimate on this page for a guide. Your quote confirms the exact price for your trip.
When should I book New Year's Eve in Tulum?
As early as possible. Hotels and villas often fill months ahead, and aircraft for the last days of December and returns in early January go quickly. We suggest confirming the flight, hotel and any events by early autumn, so every piece of the trip lines up.
Can I visit the cenotes and ruins privately?
Yes. Gran Cenote and Dos Ojos are a short drive from Tulum, and the archaeological zone sits on the cliffs above the sea. We can arrange a private guide and an early start so you arrive before the tour groups. Opening hours are set by the site authorities.
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Altrove Jets is a private aviation concierge. We arrange private jet, helicopter and ground transportation for our clients by engaging third-party, FAA-certified operators, acting as their agent and on their behalf. Altrove Jets acts solely as an intermediary: it does not operate aircraft and is not a direct or indirect air carrier.