Private jet from New York to Los Angeles.
A private jet from New York to Los Angeles covers 2,125 nautical miles (2,446 miles) in about 5h 26m on a midsize jet. A one-way charter is estimated at $27,200–$43,500; an empty leg on the same route typically costs $6,800–$32,600. Flights usually depart from Teterboro Airport or Westchester County Airport and arrive at Van Nuys Airport or Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport.
| Distance | 2,125 nm · 2,446 mi · 3,936 km (great-circle) |
|---|---|
| Typical block time | 5h 51m on a light jet |
| Non-stop categories | Midsize jet, Super-midsize jet, Heavy jet, Ultra-long-range jet |
| One-way charter estimate | $27,200–$43,500 (midsize jet) |
| Empty leg estimate | $6,800–$32,600 |
| Time zone change | -3 h (America/New_York → America/Los_Angeles) |
| Departure airports | Teterboro Airport, Westchester County Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| Arrival airports | Van Nuys Airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, Los Angeles International Airport |
How much does a private jet from New York to Los Angeles cost?
A one-way charter from New York to Los Angeles is estimated at $27,200–$43,500 on a midsize jet, and an empty leg at $6,800–$32,600.
What you pay is set by the category of aircraft and the 5h 51m of block time it needs, and it is the same whether one passenger or a full cabin travels. Each row in the table multiplies this route’s block time by a published hourly-rate band, then applies the 25–75% empty leg discount range (Business Travel Executive, 2023). Figures are in US dollars converted at the European Central Bank reference rate (ECB, 2026).
| Aircraft category | Block time | Non-stop | One-way charter (est.) | Empty leg (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 8h 25m | Fuel stop | $16,800–$26,100 | $4,200–$19,600 |
| Very light jet | 6h 41m | Fuel stop | $18,100–$23,400 | $4,500–$17,600 |
| Light jet | 5h 51m | Fuel stop | $20,400–$32,100 | $5,100–$24,100 |
| Midsize jet | 5h 26m | Yes | $27,200–$43,500 | $6,800–$32,600 |
| Super-midsize jet | 5h 05m | Yes | $38,100–$55,900 | $9,500–$41,900 |
| Heavy jet | 4h 52m | Yes | $43,800–$73,000 | $11,000–$54,800 |
| Ultra-long-range jet | 4h 41m | Yes | $65,500–$102,900 | $16,400–$77,200 |
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?
The flight takes about 5h 51m on a light jet, and 4h 41m on an ultra-long-range jet.
The estimate divides the 2,125 nautical mile great-circle distance by each category’s typical block speed and adds a fifteen-minute taxi allowance; on the day, wind, the airway routing and air traffic control typically move the figure by ten to twenty minutes either way. Clocks in Los Angeles are 3 hours behind New York. Turboprop and Very light jet and Light jet would need a fuel stop; midsize jet, super-midsize jet, heavy jet, ultra-long-range jet fly it non-stop.
Which airports do private jets use between New York and Los Angeles?
Most flights depart from Teterboro Airport and arrive at Van Nuys Airport; 4 other airports serve the two cities.
New York
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teterboro Airport | KTEB / TEB | 2,133 m | 16 km | Business aviation terminal |
| Westchester County Airport | KHPN / HPN | 1,996 m | 47 km | Business aviation terminal |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | KJFK / JFK | 4,423 m | 21 km | Airport with GA terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Los Angeles
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 2,439 m | 29 km | Business aviation terminal |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 2,099 m | 20 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| Los Angeles International Airport | KLAX / LAX | 3,930 m | 19 km | Airport with GA terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Which aircraft suit New York to Los Angeles?
Midsize jet, Super-midsize jet, Heavy jet, Ultra-long-range jet can fly this route non-stop; the lowest-cost option is usually a midsize jet.
A category is shown as non-stop when the distance is within 85% of its typical range; the remaining 15% is the reserve pilots keep for headwinds and a diversion. For a flight this long the cabin is the decision: super-midsize and larger jets offer standing headroom, a galley and, at the top of the range, a bed.
- Midsize jet: Cessna Citation XLS+ / Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 800XP / 900XP
- Super-midsize jet: Bombardier Challenger 3500, Embraer Praetor 600, Cessna Citation Longitude
- Heavy jet: Bombardier Challenger 650, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 650
- Ultra-long-range jet: Bombardier Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER / G700, Dassault Falcon 8X
Are empty legs available from New York to Los Angeles?
Not on the public board today; availability depends on operators repositioning along this corridor, and most legs are published only days ahead.
Positioning flights appear wherever aircraft are busiest. An empty leg from New York to Los Angeles is usually an aircraft returning to base after a one-way charter in the other direction, or positioning for its next booking. Set up an alert for this route and we will tell you the moment an operator releases a matching flight.
Where does the New York to Los Angeles route go?
The great-circle track runs 2,125 nautical miles between the two city centres.
Questions about New York to Los Angeles
How long is a private jet flight from New York to Los Angeles?
Roughly 5h 51m from engine start to shutdown on a light jet; the 2,125 nautical miles take a few minutes less on a faster category. Allow a quarter of an hour at the terminal at each end.
How much does a private jet from New York to Los Angeles cost?
Budget $27,200–$43,500 for a one-way charter on a midsize jet, or $6,800–$32,600 if an empty leg is available. Both bands come from the pricing model, not from an operator, so treat them as a guide until a quote is issued.
Which airports do private jets use between New York and Los Angeles?
On the New York side the usual choices are Teterboro Airport, Westchester County Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport; at Los Angeles, Van Nuys Airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, Los Angeles International Airport. Where the aircraft is based, and where you are going afterwards, settle it.
Can an empty leg flight be cancelled?
Yes. An empty leg exists only because of another customer’s booking. If that customer changes date or route, or cancels, the empty leg may be rescheduled or withdrawn. Refund terms are set out in your charter agreement, and consequential costs such as hotels or replacement flights are not normally covered. Check the terms before you pay. No audited industry cancellation rate is published.
Do you pay per seat or for the whole aircraft?
Almost always the whole aircraft. An empty leg on an eight-seat jet costs the same for one passenger or eight, which is why empty legs work best for groups. A few operators and apps sell single seats on selected flights; where that applies, the listing says so.
Sources
- Paramount Business Jets, "Private Jet Rental | Jet Cost & Hourly Rates (2026)", 2026-08 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Amalfi Jets, "Private Jet Cost Per Hour 2026: Rates by Jet Type", 2026-06-15 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Jetvice, "Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates 2026", 2026-09-01 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Business Travel Executive, "Empty Legs, Empty Promises?", 2023-02-02 (accessed 2026-09-20). XO estimate that 30–50% of the charter fleet often flies empty; Victor on savings of up to 75%; Chapman Freeborn on change and cancellation risk.
- European Central Bank euro foreign exchange reference rates (via frankfurter.dev), 2026-09-18 (accessed 2026-09-20). Rates used for USD, EUR and GBP conversions.
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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