Private jet from New York to Los Angeles
The flight from New York to Los Angeles covers 2,450 miles. Most clients flying a private jet from New York to Los Angeles choose a midsize jet. It takes about 5 h 30 min and costs from $32,500 one way.
New York to Los Angeles private jet prices
The table shows what a private jet charter from New York to Los Angeles 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 | 9 h 30 min | 1 fuel stop | $26,500 to $39,100 | $3,300 |
| Very light jet | 4 to 5 | 7 h 05 min | 1 fuel stop | $24,300 to $34,800 | $4,900 |
| Light jet | 6 to 7 | 6 h 30 min | 1 fuel stop | $29,300 to $43,100 | $4,200 |
| Midsize jet | 7 to 9 | 5 h 30 min | Nonstop | $32,500 to $45,400 | $3,600 |
| Super midsize jet | 8 to 10 | 5 h 20 min | Nonstop | $39,700 to $57,400 | $4,000 |
| Heavy jet | 10 to 14 | 5 h 10 min | Nonstop | $52,800 to $80,000 | $3,800 |
| Ultra long range jet | 12 to 16 | 5 h | Nonstop | $69,500 to $108,300 | $4,300 |
Super midsize jets fly it nonstop in both directions. Eastbound is usually 30 to 45 minutes faster.
A return trip with the crew waiting in Los Angeles usually costs less than two one way charters. The per seat column assumes a full cabin, so 9 guests sharing a midsize jet pay about $3,611 each.
Which jet fits this route
Smaller jets cannot cover this distance without refuelling, which adds about 45 minutes on the ground. The smallest class that flies it nonstop is the midsize jet.
Travelling as a group of eight or more? A super midsize jet gives every guest a full seat and room for luggage, from $39,700 one way. Split ten ways, that is about $3,970 per person.
On a flight this long, cabin height and a proper galley matter. Ask for an aircraft with a flat floor and beds if you will fly overnight.
More about the midsize jetTime 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
For a private flight from NYC to LA you can depart from TEB, HPN, MMU and land at VNY, BUR, LAX. We pick the airport by your address, the time of day and slot availability.
Teterboro
TEB / KTEB · business aviation only
Teterboro is the closest major business airport to Manhattan, about 12 miles from Midtown. There is no airline traffic, so ground times are short.
Airport detailsWestchester County
HPN / KHPN
Westchester suits Greenwich, Connecticut and the Upper East Side. The private terminals are small and quick.
Airport detailsMorristown Municipal
MMU / KMMU · business aviation only
Morristown is a business airport in New Jersey, popular with clients who live or work west of the Hudson. Midtown Manhattan is about 50 minutes by car outside rush hour.
Airport detailsVan 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 detailsEach airport page has terminal tips and the drive into town. In your quote we name the airport, the FBO and the meeting point for your driver.
How to pay less for a private jet to Los Angeles
A private jet charter from New York to Los Angeles 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 midsize jet produces roughly 12.2 tonnes of CO2 on this flight, about 1.36 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 New York and Los Angeles that clients book often. Each one shows the lowest one way price on that route.
- London to New York from $36,000
- Paris to New York from $41,000
- New York to Miami from $10,300
- New York to Palm Beach from $9,900
- New York to Aspen from $18,300
- New York to Nassau from $10,500
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 Los Angeles for the next 7 days
Check the weather in Los Angeles 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.
August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with daytime highs around 32°C (90°F). The coolest is January, at about 19°C (66°F). More detail: Los Angeles weather by month.
New York to Los Angeles private jet FAQ
These are the questions clients ask most before they book a private jet from New York to Los Angeles. Tap any of them for the answer.
How much does a private jet from New York to Los Angeles cost?
One way prices start around $26,500 in a turboprop and reach about $108,300 in an ultra long range jet. A midsize jet usually costs $32,500 to $45,400. The final price depends on where the nearest aircraft is based, your dates and airport fees.
How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles by private jet?
About 5 h 30 min in a midsize jet, including taxi and climb. The fastest jets save a few minutes. Smaller aircraft would need a fuel stop.
Which airports do private jets use in New York and Los Angeles?
In New York: Teterboro (TEB), Westchester County (HPN), Morristown Municipal (MMU). In Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles International (LAX). We choose the one closest to your address and with the best slot for your time.
Can I return from Los Angeles the same day?
It is possible, but crews have strict duty limits of around 12 to 14 hours. On a flight of 5 h 30 min most clients return the next day or later, and the crew rests nearby.
Are there empty leg flights between New York and Los Angeles?
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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