Private jet from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Plan for around 1 h 25 min in the air when you take a private jet from Los Angeles to San Francisco, usually a turboprop. The distance is 320 miles, and one way prices start near $4,000.
Los Angeles to San Francisco private jet prices
The table shows what a private jet charter from Los Angeles to San Francisco costs in every jet size. Each figure is a one way price for the whole aircraft, with typical airport and handling fees included.
| Jet size | Seats | Flight time | Stops | One way price | Per seat, full cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6 to 8 | 1 h 25 min | Nonstop | $4,000 to $6,000 | $500 |
| Very light jet | 4 to 5 | 1 h 10 min | Nonstop | $3,900 to $5,600 | $800 |
| Light jet | 6 to 7 | 1 h 05 min | Nonstop | $4,800 to $7,000 | $700 |
| Midsize jet | 7 to 9 | 1 h | Nonstop | $6,000 to $8,400 | $700 |
| Super midsize jet | 8 to 10 | 1 h | Nonstop | $11,200 to $16,200 | $1,100 |
| Heavy jet | 10 to 14 | 1 h | Nonstop | $20,300 to $30,800 | $1,500 |
| Ultra long range jet | 12 to 16 | 55 min | Nonstop | $27,800 to $43,300 | $1,700 |
A return trip with the crew waiting in San Francisco usually costs less than two one way charters. The per seat column assumes a full cabin, so 8 guests sharing a turboprop pay about $500 each.
Which jet fits this route
For two to four guests with soft bags, a turboprop is the cheapest way to make this trip at $4,000 to $6,000. It is a little slower, but the gap on a flight this short is small.
Travelling as a group of eight or more? A super midsize jet gives every guest a full seat and room for luggage, from $11,200 one way. Split ten ways, that is about $1,120 per person.
More about the turbopropTime you save flying private
On a scheduled flight you usually arrive two hours early, queue at security and wait for bags on landing. Flying private, you arrive 15 to 20 minutes before departure and leave the terminal minutes after the doors open.
Rough figures. Ground transfers to and from the airport are not included.
Airports for this flight
Private jets from LA to SF use 5 airports: VNY, BUR, LAX in Los Angeles and SFO, OAK in San Francisco. The right one depends on where you start and when you want to fly.
Van Nuys
VNY / KVNY · business aviation only
Van Nuys is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world, in the San Fernando Valley. Beverly Hills and Bel Air are 25 to 40 minutes by car.
Airport detailsHollywood Burbank
BUR / KBUR
Hollywood Burbank is the closest jet airport to the studios, Hollywood and Pasadena, about 20 minutes away in light traffic. Passengers on a private jet use the FBOs on the south side, away from the airline terminal.
Airport detailsLos Angeles International
LAX / KLAX
LAX is a large airline hub, but its private terminals work apart from the passenger halls. It suits Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and the beach cities, about 20 to 40 minutes by car.
Airport detailsSan Francisco International
SFO / KSFO
SFO has a private terminal, but many clients prefer Oakland or San Jose for faster access. Downtown is 25 minutes in light traffic.
Airport detailsOakland International
OAK / KOAK
Oakland International sits across the bay from San Francisco and is often quicker than SFO for private flights. It suits the East Bay and Napa, and downtown San Francisco is about 30 minutes by car outside rush hour.
Airport detailsNot sure which terminal suits you? Your advisor compares driving time and landing fees for each private jet airport and puts the best option first in your quote.
How to pay less for a private jet to San Francisco
A private jet charter from Los Angeles to San Francisco does not have to cost the full price. These four ideas save the most.
- Empty legs. Jets often fly this route empty to collect other clients. Ask us to check when you book.
- Flexible timing. Moving departure by a few hours can match a jet already in position and remove repositioning cost.
- A second airport. This route has more than one airport option, and fees differ between them.
- Fly often? A jet card fixes the hourly rate for the year.
Combining a flexible departure with an empty leg is how most clients cut the price of this route by a third or more. Tell your advisor which of these you can live with, and the quote will reflect it.
Private jet emissions on this route
A turboprop produces roughly 1 tonnes of CO2 on this flight, about 0.13 tonnes per seat with a full cabin. We can add verified carbon removal or sustainable aviation fuel credits at cost. Just mention it in your request.
The figure is an estimate based on the fuel this jet size burns per hour and the time in the air. A smaller or newer aircraft burns less on the same route, so ask your advisor to compare emissions along with the price.
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Related routes
Other private jet flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco that clients book often. Each one shows the lowest one way price on that route.
- New York to Los Angeles from $24,300
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas from $3,200
- Los Angeles to Aspen from $7,300
- Los Angeles to Hawaii from $25,100
- San Francisco to Hawaii from $23,800
- Los Angeles to Cabo from $9,000
Do not see your route? We fly to any airport a private jet can land at, so send your trip and we will price it.
Weather in San Francisco for the next 7 days
Check the weather in San Francisco before you fly. The forecast below covers the next seven days and helps you pack and plan the drive from the airport.
Forecast by Open-Meteo, updated every hour. On the day of your flight, the crew plans with official aviation forecasts.
September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with daytime highs around 21°C (70°F). The coolest is December, at about 14°C (56°F). More detail: San Francisco weather by month.
Los Angeles to San Francisco private jet FAQ
Short answers about private jet charter from Los Angeles to San Francisco. They cover price, flight time, airports and empty legs.
How much does a private jet from Los Angeles to San Francisco cost?
One way prices start around $4,000 in a turboprop and reach about $43,300 in an ultra long range jet. A turboprop usually costs $4,000 to $6,000. The final price depends on where the nearest aircraft is based, your dates and airport fees.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco by private jet?
About 1 h 25 min in a turboprop, including taxi and climb. The fastest jets save a few minutes. Every class on this route flies nonstop.
Which airports do private jets use in Los Angeles and San Francisco?
In Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles International (LAX). In San Francisco: San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK). We choose the one closest to your address and with the best slot for your time.
Can I fly Los Angeles to San Francisco and back the same day?
Yes. With 1 h 25 min each way, a day return is easy. The crew waits with the aircraft, and you pay for both flights plus a small waiting fee. It is usually cheaper than two separate one way charters.
Are there empty leg flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco?
They come up regularly. Prices are often 30 to 60 percent below a normal charter. Ask your advisor to check for one when you request a quote.
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