A Los Angeles private jet charter puts a whole aircraft on your schedule. You choose the airport, the time and the destination, and you skip the terminal lines and connections that come with an airline flight out of the city.
BLADE arranges private charters of jets, helicopters and turboprops. For flights in the United States, BLADE acts as an air charter broker, and every flight is operated by a DOT/FAA licensed carrier.
Key takeaway:
- A private jet charter reserves the entire aircraft for your group, on your schedule.
- Los Angeles has several airports for private jets, from LAX to Van Nuys, Burbank and Long Beach, so you can leave from the one closest to you.
- Price depends mainly on the aircraft, the distance and the time the aircraft and crew are away from base.
What is a Private Jet Charter?
A private jet charter is the hire of an entire aircraft, with its crew, for one trip or a series of trips. Only the people you invite are on board.
Charter flights for hire in the U.S. are flown under FAA Part 135 by operators that hold an FAA air carrier or operating certificate. When you book through a broker such as BLADE, the broker arranges the flight with that operator, and U.S. rules require the broker to tell you before you sign which carrier has operational control of the aircraft.
Benefits of Chartering a Private Jet in Los Angeles
- Time saved on the ground. You check in at a private terminal, board without the airline queue and fly direct.
- Your schedule. The flight leaves when you are ready, early morning or late at night.
- A closer airport. Leaving from Van Nuys, Burbank or Long Beach can cut the drive across the city.
- Privacy. You can hold a meeting, make calls or rest without other passengers around.
- Room for the group. Your companions and your bags travel together on one aircraft.
Airports for private jets in Los Angeles
BLADE lists private jet charter from these Los Angeles-area airports:
| Airport | Location | Longest runway |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles International (LAX) | 9 miles southwest of downtown | 12,923 feet |
| Van Nuys (VNY) | San Fernando Valley | 8,001 feet |
| Hollywood Burbank (BUR) | Burbank | 6,886 feet |
| Long Beach (LGB) | Long Beach | 10,000 feet |
| John Wayne (SNA) | Orange County, near Santa Ana | 5,700 feet |
| Ontario International (ONT) | Inland Empire | 12,197 feet |
| Hawthorne Municipal (HHR) | Hawthorne, near LAX | 4,884 feet |
BLADE also lists Chino and Camarillo. Van Nuys, John Wayne and Ontario offer customs for international arrivals on a user-fee basis, and LAX has customs landing rights.
Santa Monica Airport does not accept pure jets. If you are near the Westside, BLADE can arrange a helicopter from Santa Monica or a jet from Van Nuys or LAX instead. For helicopter connections around the city, see LAX helicopter service.
How to Charter a Private Jet in Los Angeles
- Define your trip. Passenger count, bags, dates, and your preferred departure and arrival airports.
- Request a quote. In the BLADE app or at blade.com, choose Charter, enter your route and request the flight.
- Check the details. Confirm the aircraft, the operator, the cancellation terms and what is included in the price.
- Confirm and pay. Send passenger names and any special requests, such as catering or ground transport.
- Fly. Arrive at the private terminal your booking names, with ID and any travel documents.
Costs of Chartering a Private Jet in Los Angeles
Charter prices are quoted per trip and depend on:
- Aircraft type. Larger jets cost more per hour than light jets.
- Flight distance and time. Longer trips use more flight hours.
- Trip length. Waiting days and overnight stays for the crew add to the total.
- Peak periods. Holidays and major events raise demand.
- Amenities and services. Catering, ground transport and special requests.
- Airport fees. Landing, parking and overnight fees vary by airport.
Empty leg flights can lower the cost. These are flights an aircraft has to make anyway, empty, to reposition. They are cheaper than a regular charter but run on the operator's schedule, so they suit flexible plans. For more on pricing, see private jet cost per hour.
Popular Destinations and Routes for Private Jet Charters in Los Angeles
A charter goes to any airport that suits the aircraft. Trips travelers ask about include:
- Las Vegas, a short hop over the desert
- San Francisco, for business and weekend trips
- New York, coast to coast
- Aspen, for ski season
- Miami, Chicago, Houston and Seattle, for business and family trips
- Honolulu and London, for long flights that need a long-range jet
For the longest trips, confirm that the aircraft can fly nonstop with your group and bags on board.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What airports in Los Angeles serve private jet charters?
Private jet charters can use the major Los Angeles-area airports, including Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT), Van Nuys Airport (VNY), Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Long Beach Airport (LGB), John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Chino Airport (CNO). Santa Monica Airport does not accept pure jets.
2. Can I book a private jet charter from Los Angeles to Las Vegas?
Yes, charter flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas are available on aircraft of all sizes.
3. Are there charter flight options from Los Angeles to popular destinations like Aspen, New York, and San Francisco?
Yes, charter flights from Los Angeles to Aspen, New York, and San Francisco are available on a range of aircraft.
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