Private jet arriving at Van Nuys Airport after a one-hour charter flight from Las Vegas, serving business and leisure travelers in Los Angeles.

Private Jet Charter Las Vegas to Los Angeles

Private jet charter from Las Vegas to Los Angeles costs $1,300 to $2,500 per hour by turboprop. Very light jets run $1,600 to $2,800 and light jets $2,300 to $3,800 per hour. Midsize jets cost $2,800 to $5,500, and super midsize $4,500 to $7,500 per hour. The Harry Reid (KLAS) to Van Nuys (KVNY) flight takes 45 to 55 minutes.

Top picks are the Pilatus PC-12 turboprop and the Citation CJ3 light jet. Most charters carry a two-hour minimum. Van Nuys sits about 12 miles from Beverly Hills and the Westside. Hogani Jets coordinates each charter through licensed Part 135 operators.

Flight Time	~55 min
Distance	235 mi (204 nm)
Aircraft	King Air 350
Charter From	$3,500+
Best For	Quick Hop & Events

Note: Prices shown are starting one-way charter prices. Final pricing depends on aircraft, dates, positioning and demand, and your quote is one all-in price.

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Las Vegas to Los Angeles is the return half of the busiest short-hop in the West. It brings business travelers, entertainers and weekend groups back to the coast.Instead of a four-hour desert drive or a commercial trip through LAX, a private charter is a one-hour flight from Harry Reid into Van Nuys, minutes from Beverly Hills.

The short flight makes the return easy to time around a late checkout, a morning meeting in LA, or a same-day turnaround. After a big Las Vegas event, when everyone leaves at once, a private departure from Harry Reid or Henderson avoids the commercial crush entirely.

The Las Vegas to Los Angeles private jet route crosses 235 statute miles (204 nautical miles) of desert. Every category below lands in Los Angeles within an hour of takeoff from Harry Reid.

Aircraft Category	Flight Time	Notes
Turboprop	~55 min	Seats 4 to 10. The lowest hourly rate for the trip back to LA.
Very Light Jet	~50 min	Seats 4 to 6. Jet speed for couples and small groups heading home.
Light Jet	~50 min	Recommended jet. Seats 6 to 9 with room for bags after a long weekend.
Midsize / Super Midsize	~45 min	Seats 8 to 10. Extra cabin costs far more on a flight under an hour.

What Factors Affect Flight Time?

Departure slots at Harry Reid tighten after big events, so ground time can run longer than air time.
Van Nuys asks jets to avoid arriving between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., so late returns can land at Burbank instead.
Summer afternoons in Las Vegas often pass 105°F, which can limit takeoff weight for larger jets.

A one-way Las Vegas to Los Angeles charter starts at $3,500+ by turboprop. The recommended light jet starts at $7,000+. On a flight under an hour, bigger jets add cost without saving real time. Prices shown are starting points. Your quote reflects the exact aircraft, date and availability.

Category	Example Aircraft	One-Way From	Passengers	Flight Time
Turboprop	Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350	$3,500+	4–10	~55 min
Very Light Jet	Phenom 100, HondaJet	$4,000+	4–6	~50 min
Light Jet	Citation CJ3, Phenom 300	$7,000+	6–9	~50 min
Midsize Jet	Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP	$7,500+	8–9	~45 min
Super Midsize	Challenger 300, Challenger 350	$8,500+	8–10	~45 min

For the trip back to Los Angeles, a turboprop gives the lowest price. A light jet is the recommended jet. Midsize and super midsize cabins suit bigger groups at a much higher cost. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets do not fly this route.

Prices reflect standard one-way charter starting rates including the aircraft, crew, fuel, and standard positioning. Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 for a current quote.

Many Las Vegas visitors book the whole trip as a round trip on one aircraft with one crew. Depending on the stay, this can cut 10% to 20% from two one-way charters, though not always. Three-day round trips start around the figures below, all-in.

Category	Three-Day Round Trip From	Best For
Turboprop	$7,000+	Best value for a day trip
Very Light Jet	$8,000+	Small groups
Light Jet	$11,000+	The recommended cabin for most trips
Midsize Jet	$15,000+	Larger groups
Super Midsize	$17,000+	Maximum cabin for the group

Note: Prices shown are starting round-trip prices for a three-day trip, out on day one and back on day three. Longer stays, dates and demand change the price, and your quote is one all-in price.

One-way prices include the aircraft, crew, fuel, and standard positioning. The hourly rates below show the underlying cost per flight hour for each category. These rates are standard across Hogani Jets routes.

Aircraft Category	Hourly Rate	Example Aircraft	Flight Hours
Turboprop	$1,300–$2,500/hr	Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350	~0.9 hrs
Very Light Jet	$1,600–$2,800/hr	Phenom 100, HondaJet	~0.8 hrs
Light Jet	$2,300–$3,800/hr	Citation CJ3, Phenom 300	~0.8 hrs
Midsize Jet	$2,800–$5,500/hr	Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP	~0.8 hrs
Super Midsize Jet	$4,500–$7,500/hr	Challenger 300, Challenger 350	~0.8 hrs

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Las Vegas to Los Angeles prices move with cabin size, trip type and the Las Vegas event calendar. Sunday departures after a big weekend cost the most. The trip is domestic, so no customs costs apply. Hogani Jets checks aircraft from many operators to find the right jet for your dates.

What is the cheapest way to fly private from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?

A Pilatus PC-12 turboprop from $3,500+ one way is the lowest starting price back to Los Angeles. A light jet from $7,000+ is the most popular jet. Empty legs are common on this route and cut the price further.

Is a round trip cheaper than two one-way charters?

Often, though not always. Booking both legs on one aircraft can cut 10% to 20% from the cost of two one-way charters. In the recommended light jet, a three-day round trip starts around $11,000+.

Why is this route busier and pricier at certain times?

Demand on the return surges right after major Las Vegas events, the Super Bowl, the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, CES, fight weekends, and big shows, when everyone departs at once and Harry Reid slots tighten. Sunday afternoons and post-event windows run highest. Booking early, staying flexible and departing from Henderson all help on price and timing.

Range does not matter on a 204 nm flight, so pick the cabin by group size and luggage. The cruise speeds below help with planning.

Category	Example Aircraft	Passengers	Cruise Speed	Best Use
Turboprop	Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350	4–10	~310 to 359 mph	Lowest-cost ride home
Very Light Jet	Phenom 100, HondaJet	4–6	~449 to 486 mph	Couples flying back to LA
Light Jet	Citation CJ3, Phenom 300	6–9	~480 to 521 mph	Recommended for most groups
Midsize / Super Mid	Citation XLS+, Challenger 300	8–10	~506 to 541 mph	Big parties with luggage

The Pilatus PC-12 cruises near 328 mph (285 ktas) and is the lowest-cost way back to LA. The Phenom 100 reaches about 449 mph (390 ktas) with a small jet cabin. The Citation CJ3, the recommended jet, flies at about 480 mph (417 ktas). For bigger groups, a Citation XLS+ or Challenger 300 adds cabin at a premium.

Most Las Vegas to Los Angeles flights depart Harry Reid (KLAS) and land at Van Nuys (KVNY). Henderson and Burbank work as alternates at each end.

Airport	ICAO / IATA	Role	Notes
Harry Reid International	KLAS / LAS	Primary departure	About 5 miles from the Strip, with a 14,835 ft runway. FBOs are Atlantic Aviation and Signature Aviation. Departure slots apply during major events.
Van Nuys	KVNY / VNY	Primary arrival	In the San Fernando Valley, about 12 miles from Beverly Hills. FBOs are Signature Aviation (West, North and East), Jet Aviation, Clay Lacy Aviation and The Park VNY. Jets are asked to avoid 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Henderson Executive	KHND / HND	Vegas alternate	About 13 miles south of the Strip, with a 6,501 ft main runway. Henderson Executive Airport runs the private terminal, and departures stay quieter after big events.
Hollywood Burbank	KBUR / BUR	LA alternate	Close to the Burbank studios and Pasadena, with a 6,886 ft runway. FBOs are Atlantic Aviation and Hollywood Burbank Jet Center.

On the way home, Harry Reid is the quickest airport to reach from a Strip hotel. After a sold-out fight or concert, Henderson Executive often clears private departures faster. In Los Angeles, Van Nuys serves the Westside and the Valley, while Burbank suits Pasadena and the studios.

The following are the most requested by charter clients arriving in Los Angeles:

Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive: The luxury shopping and hotel core, minutes from Van Nuys.
Malibu and the Pacific Coast Highway: Beachfront estates, surf, and oceanfront dining.
West Hollywood and the Sunset Strip: Nightlife, dining, and the music scene.
Hollywood and the studios: The entertainment-industry core, convenient from Burbank.
Downtown LA and the Arts District: Galleries, rooftop bars, and contemporary dining.

Return flights to Los Angeles draw a steady mix of travelers, led by these groups.

Studio, finance and tech professionals heading back to work in LA.
Weekend and event groups heading home after a Las Vegas trip.
Talent, crews, and teams continuing to LA for shoots, shows, and awards season.
Travelers timing a same-day turnaround or a relaxed late departure.
Groups who want to skip the desert drive or the post-event commercial crush.

Many jets fly back to Los Angeles empty after dropping groups in Las Vegas. These empty legs offer the same aircraft and crew at a lower price, with no change to safety standards.

Westbound legs are common on Sundays and Mondays after big weekends.
Most are light jets and turboprops, the aircraft that fly this route most.
Savings often reach 30 to 60 percent below the one-way price.
Legs are posted at short notice for fixed times. Hogani Jets can check open legs for your dates.

Hogani Jets coordinates all private jet charters through licensed Part 135 operators. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft directly. Every charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier whose crew, maintenance, and operations remain under that carrier's independent operational control, with certifications and safety records reviewed as part of every booking.

Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 to plan a Las Vegas to Los Angeles charter.

Reviewed by Matt Hogan — Founder, Hogani Jets & Aviation Specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

One-way charter starts at $3,500+ in a turboprop, $4,000+ very light jet, $7,000+ in the recommended light jet, $7,500+ midsize, and $8,500+ super midsize. Three-day round trips start around $11,000+ in a light jet. Final pricing depends on aircraft, date, and availability.

About one hour, with air time under an hour, covering 235 miles (204 nm). Every category flies it nonstop.

A turboprop such as a Pilatus PC-12 is the best value, and a light jet such as the Citation CJ3 is the recommended jet for comfort. Larger jets are available for bigger groups but cost disproportionately more for almost no time saved on this short hop.

Charters typically depart Harry Reid International (KLAS) and arrive at Van Nuys (KVNY), minutes from Beverly Hills. Henderson Executive (HND) is the quieter Las Vegas departure alternative, and Burbank (BUR) is an LA alternate.

After events like the Super Bowl, the F1 Grand Prix, or CES, everyone departs at once and Harry Reid slots tighten. Flying private from Henderson Executive, booking ahead, and timing your departure off the peak all help. Hogani Jets secures slots and advises on the fastest option.

No. This is a domestic U.S. flight between Nevada and California, so no passport is required.

Yes. The short hop makes a same-day turnaround easy, with the aircraft and crew staying with you. A same-day round trip starts around $11,000+ in a light jet.

Yes. For larger parties leaving an event together, Hogani Jets can arrange a bigger cabin or several aircraft departing as a group, a common request on this route.

Yes. Private charter is pet-friendly and your pets travel in the cabin with you. Let Hogani Jets know in advance so the operator can prepare.

Yes, and this is one of the best routes in the country for them given the constant two-way traffic. Empty legs run 30 to 60 percent below standard pricing, are short-notice and date-fixed, so flexibility helps.

With aircraft frequently positioned in Las Vegas, a charter can often be arranged with just a few hours of notice, subject to crew and availability. Hogani Jets can advise on the fastest option.

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 direct air carriers who maintain full operational control and regulatory compliance for every flight.

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Last Updated: 30 Oct 2026, 11:02 AM ET

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