Los Angeles to Las Vegas — Private Jet Charter
Distance, flight times and one-way price estimates per aircraft class for the Los Angeles–Las Vegas sector.
Los Angeles to Las Vegas is a 368-km sector that light jets handle with ease. Block about 0h 55min in the air. One-way charters price from roughly €4,000, depending on aircraft age, positioning and date.
On the Los Angeles side, most private departures use Van Nuys Airport (VNY); arrivals into Las Vegas are typically handled at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). Empty-leg availability on this pairing can cut prices by 30–50% if your dates are flexible.
Compared with airline schedules, flying private here is less about cruise speed and more about the ground game: no check-in queues, security in minutes at the FBO, and cars on the tarmac at Las Vegas. Realistic door-to-door saving: around 2 hours per direction.
Which aircraft for Los Angeles–Las Vegas?
A light jet handles Los Angeles–Las Vegas with margin, which keeps hourly costs at the bottom of the charter market. Families or groups above six, or anyone carrying serious luggage, should look one class up — the time difference is negligible at this distance.
Best time to book
This route sees balanced year-round traffic — no extreme seasonal peaks. That is good news for pricing: quotes stay competitive, and empty-leg matches are realistic in both directions most of the year.
Prices & flight times by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Flight time | One-way from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 0h 55min | €4,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Learjet 60, Citation XLS | 0h 50min | €5,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Challenger 605, Gulfstream G450 | 0h 50min | €8,500 |
| Ultra Long Range | Global 6000, Gulfstream G650 | 0h 50min | €11,500 |
Estimates incl. positioning allowance; final quotes depend on date, aircraft age and availability. Empty legs can be 30–50% cheaper.
Airports on this route
Los Angeles: Van Nuys Airport (VNY), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR) — all Los Angeles charter info
Las Vegas: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), Henderson Executive Airport (HSH) — all Las Vegas charter info
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid International has some of the busiest FBO aprons in the United States — fight weekends, CES and major conventions bring hundreds of extra movements. North Las Vegas (VGT) and Henderson (HSH) absorb overflow. Read the full Las Vegas charter guide →
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FAQ
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas by private jet?
About 0h 55min in a light jet; larger, faster cabins trim a little more off. Airline schedules for comparison rarely beat door-to-door private timing once terminals are factored in.
What does the route cost?
Estimates start around €4,000 one way in the light jet class. Empty-leg offers on this pairing, when available, can be 30–50% below these figures.
Which aircraft is right for this route?
Light Jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300); Midsize Jet (Learjet 60, Citation XLS); Heavy Jet (Challenger 605, Gulfstream G450); Ultra Long Range (Global 6000, Gulfstream G650) — all fly it nonstop. The right pick balances party size, luggage and budget.
Are there empty-leg flights between Los Angeles and Las Vegas?
Yes, periodically in both directions — they arise whenever an aircraft repositions on this corridor. Empty legs are date-fixed and sold at 30–50% discounts; if your plans have a day of flexibility, tell your broker to flag matches.
How early do I need to be at the airport?
15–20 minutes before departure at the FBO is standard. Passport control and security happen in the lounge or directly at the aircraft.
How many passengers can fly?
Light Jets on this route seat 6–7; midsize cabins take 8–9, and heavy jets typically 10–14 depending on configuration. Every seat flies at the same total charter price.