Los Angeles Private Jet Charter

Charter pricing from Los Angeles varies by destination and aircraft type:

• Regional flights (1-2 hours): $3,000-$8,000 round trip (turboprops and light jets)
• Cross-country (2-4 hours): $8,000-$18,000 round trip (light jets)
• Coast-to-coast (4-6 hours): $18,000-$35,000 round trip (midsize/super-midsize jets)

For groups of 6-8 passengers, per-person cost is often comparable to commercial first-class when you factor in time savings and convenience. Call us at (310) 862-JETS for exact quotes based on your specific route and dates.

Peak travel periods (book 2-4 weeks ahead):

• Holiday weekends (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Ski season weekends (December-March)
• Summer travel season (June-August)
• Major events and peak business travel periods

Regular travel (book 1-2 weeks ahead): Standard business trips, weekend getaways, and non-peak periods typically have excellent aircraft availability.

Same-day availability: We can often accommodate same-day requests for popular routes like Los Angeles to Las Vegas, San Francisco, or Phoenix. Aircraft availability from Los Angeles is generally excellent year-round.

We primarily use Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) with Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation FBOs. Van Nuys is the busiest general aviation airport in North America, located in the San Fernando Valley, 20 minutes from Beverly Hills and West LA. Burbank serves Pasadena, Glendale, and the Valley in 15 minutes.

Why VNY and BUR are Excellent for Private Aviation:

• Premium private terminals with comfortable lounges
• Refreshments, Wi-Fi, and concierge assistance
• On-site parking at the FBOs
• No commercial airline congestion
• Fast processing: 15-20 minutes from arrival to wheels-up

We can also arrange departures from LAX, John Wayne (SNA), and Long Beach (LGB) based on your location.

Yes! Unlike commercial airlines, private charter welcomes pets in the cabin. Dogs and cats travel comfortably with your family—no carrier required for the flight itself (carriers may be needed at FBOs for ground transport).

Let us know when booking so we can confirm with the operator. There are no additional pet fees on most charters.

Included in charter pricing:

• Aircraft and crew
• Fuel and standard routing
• Standard FBO fees at Van Nuys or Burbank airports
• Flight planning and coordination

Not included (available upon request):

• Catering and specialty beverages
• Ground transportation
• Overnight crew expenses (multi-day trips)
• International fees (customs, permits, handling)

We provide all-inclusive quotes with no surprises so you know the exact cost before confirming your charter.

Yes! From Los Angeles you can charter to destinations worldwide including:

• Mexico: Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Los Cabos
• Canada: Vancouver, Whistler, Calgary
• Central America: Costa Rica, Belize
• Beyond: Caribbean, Europe, Asia (with fuel stops)

International charters require additional planning for customs clearance, permits, and documentation—we handle all details including scheduling customs at your departure and arrival airports. Processing for international departures from VNY or BUR typically adds 15-30 minutes to your departure timeline.

Aircraft capacity varies by type:

• Turboprops (King Air 350, PC-12): 6-9 passengers — Perfect for regional West Coast travel to Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, and San Francisco
• Light Jets (Citation CJ3+, Phenom 300): 6-7 passengers — Ideal for cross-country routes to Aspen, Denver, and Cabo
• Midsize Jets (Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP): 7-9 passengers — Best for coast-to-coast flights to New York, Miami, and Chicago
• Super-Midsize/Heavy Jets: 8-12 passengers — For larger groups or ultra-long-range international travel

We'll recommend the right aircraft based on your passenger count, destination, and budget.

Your safety is our top priority. If weather makes departure from Los Angeles unsafe, we'll delay the flight until conditions improve or recommend alternative routing.

Our Weather Management Process:

• Advance Monitoring: We track weather 24-48 hours before departure
• Real-Time Updates: Flight crew monitors conditions continuously
• Proactive Communication: You'll receive updates if delays are anticipated
• Backup Plans: Alternative routing options prepared in advance

For mountain destinations like Aspen and Lake Tahoe, we always file alternate airports (Eagle for Aspen, Reno for Tahoe) when weather impacts operations at high-altitude airports. Los Angeles area airports provide generally favorable weather year-round.