Destination guide · Los Angeles & Southern California
Private Jet to Los Angeles
A private jet to Los Angeles usually lands at Van Nuys (VNY), one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, about 20 to 40 minutes from Beverly Hills and Bel Air depending on traffic. Burbank, Orange County and Long Beach cover the rest of the region, so you can avoid LAX entirely. Altrove Jets arranges flights with FAA-certificated operators from New York, Miami, Dallas and beyond, with the discretion that entertainment and business travelers expect, and coordinates the car to your door.
- Arrival airports
- Van Nuys (VNY) · Hollywood Burbank (BUR) · Orange County/John Wayne (SNA) · Long Beach (LGB)
Market price estimate
| Midsize jet | Super-midsize | Heavy jet | Long-range jet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OPF) → Van Nuys (VNY) | From $28,500Flight time ~5h 10m | From $37,000Flight time ~4h 55m | From $47,500Flight time ~4h 45m | From $58,500Flight time ~4h 40m |
| New York (TEB) → Van Nuys (VNY) | From $29,500Flight time ~5h 25m | From $38,500Flight time ~5h 10m | From $49,500Flight time ~4h 55m | From $61,000Flight time ~4h 55m |
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 Los Angeles
LAX is one of the most congested airports in the country. Van Nuys puts you close to Beverly Hills, Bel Air and the west side without setting foot in a commercial terminal.
Los Angeles is spread out, so the right airport saves real time. Van Nuys serves the west side and the Valley, Burbank the studios and Pasadena, and Orange County covers Newport Beach and Irvine.
Entertainment and business schedules change quickly. A private flight can move with them, with discreet arrivals and same-day returns that airline schedules rarely allow.
Los Angeles connects easily with Las Vegas in about an hour, the Bay Area in about an hour and New York in around five hours eastbound, so multi-city trips are simple to build.
Awards season, the Pebble Beach Concours in August and major sports weekends bring peak demand. We plan aircraft and FBO handling early for these dates so your times hold.
Airports and FBOs
Van Nuys (VNY) is the main private airport for Beverly Hills, Bel Air, West Hollywood, Malibu, Calabasas and the San Fernando Valley, with several large FBOs. Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is close to the studios, Glendale and Pasadena. John Wayne/Orange County (SNA) serves Newport Beach, Irvine and Laguna Beach, with noise rules that shape departure times. Long Beach (LGB) is convenient for the South Bay and downtown Long Beach. We recommend the airport based on your address and timing.
Flying home or onward from Los Angeles
Departures leave from VNY, BUR, SNA or LGB depending on your location and destination. Van Nuys is the usual choice for transcontinental flights to New York or Miami. Las Vegas, Los Cabos, the Bay Area and Pebble Beach are all short flights away, and empty legs between Los Angeles and Las Vegas come up often, especially on Sundays.
What we arrange in Los Angeles
Entertainment travel
Talent, executive and production travel handled with discretion, including last-minute and recurring flights, coordinated by one advisor who knows the schedule can change.
Coast-to-coast flights
Los Angeles to New York or Miami on super-midsize and heavy jets with roomy cabins, lie-flat seating on many aircraft and catering arranged before departure.
Malibu and coastal stays
Private homes in Malibu, Point Dume and the Pacific Palisades, or suites at Beverly Hills hotels, arranged on request through our concierge partners.
Las Vegas hops
Van Nuys to Las Vegas in about an hour, for a show, a fight or a weekend. Same-day returns are common, and empty legs often appear on this route.
Pebble Beach and wine country
Short flights from Los Angeles to Monterey for Pebble Beach or to Napa and Sonoma for wine country, planned as a California multi-stop trip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best private jet airport for Los Angeles?
Van Nuys (VNY) is the main private jet airport for Los Angeles, best for Beverly Hills, Bel Air, West Hollywood, Malibu and the Valley. Burbank (BUR) suits the studios and Pasadena, and Orange County (SNA) serves Newport Beach and Irvine. We recommend the airport based on your address.
How long is a private jet from New York to Los Angeles?
Teterboro (TEB) to Van Nuys (VNY) usually takes about 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours westbound, and a little less eastbound. A super-midsize or heavy jet is the most comfortable choice, with room to work, rest and eat on board.
How long is a private jet from Miami to Los Angeles?
Opa-locka (OPF) to Van Nuys (VNY) usually takes about 5 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes nonstop on a super-midsize or heavy jet, depending on winds. Smaller jets may need a fuel stop, which we plan in advance with the operator.
How much does a private jet to Los Angeles cost?
It depends on your departure city, the jet category, the dates and whether you fly one way or round trip. Transcontinental flights usually call for a super-midsize or heavy jet. See the market estimate on this page for a guide; your quote confirms the exact price.
How long is a private jet from Los Angeles to Las Vegas?
Van Nuys (VNY) to Henderson Executive (HSH) or Harry Reid (LAS) takes about 45 minutes to an hour. A light jet or turboprop is well suited to the route, and same-day round trips are common for shows and events.
Are there empty legs from Los Angeles?
Often, yes, especially between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and on transcontinental routes when aircraft reposition. Empty legs depend on another client's schedule and can change, but we let you know when one matches your route and dates.
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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.