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New York to Los Angeles
by private jet
Departing New York
The financial capital of the world, New York City is home to Wall Street, Fortune 500 headquarters, world-class dining, and iconic cultural institutions. From high-stakes boardroom meetings in Midtown to Broadway shows and gallery openings, New York attracts executives, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers year-round.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world—home to Hollywood studios, tech startups, and some of the most valuable real estate on the planet. From studio lots in Burbank to beachfront compounds in Malibu, LA sprawls across 500 square miles of opportunity, creativity, and California sunshine.
Why fly private on
this route
The commercial experience
New York
Commercial flights from NYC airports mean navigating some of the busiest airspace in the world. TSA lines at JFK regularly exceed 45 minutes, and delays cascade through the system daily.
Los Angeles
LAX handles 88 million passengers annually. Even with TSA PreCheck, expect 30-45 minutes of security theater before reaching your gate in a terminal a mile from your car.
The private advantage
From New York
Skip the chaos of JFK and Newark commercial terminals. Private aviation in New York means departing from dedicated FBOs where you can arrive 15 minutes before takeoff, not 2 hours. For time-sensitive business travelers, this translates to an extra half-day of productivity.
To Los Angeles
In a city defined by traffic, private aviation is the ultimate time hack. Land at Van Nuys (VNY)—the world's busiest general aviation airport—and be in Beverly Hills in 20 minutes. No 405 freeway, no LAX parking structures, no wasted hours.
Save hours, not just minutes
When you factor in airport arrival, security, boarding, deplaning, and ground transportation, private aviation saves 3-5 hours on each trip compared to commercial.
Popular for
this route
Airports we serve
New York, NY/NJ
Teterboro (TEB) is the premier choice for Manhattan-bound travelers—just 12 miles from Midtown with no commercial traffic. Westchester County (HPN) offers a quieter alternative for those north of the city.
Los Angeles, CA
Van Nuys (VNY) is the go-to for Westside and Valley destinations. Burbank (BUR) offers the closest access to Hollywood and Downtown. Santa Monica Airport closed in 2028—VNY absorbed most of its traffic.
Insider tips
Ideal for red-eye flights
Arrive refreshed for morning meetings
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Common questions
A private jet flight from New York to Los Angeles takes approximately 5.9 hrs depending on aircraft type. Light jets average 6.6 hours, while long-range jets can complete the journey in 5.3 hours.
Charter costs for New York to Los Angeles vary based on aircraft type and availability. Light jets start around $4,500/hour, midsize jets around $6,500/hour, and heavy jets around $8,500/hour. For a 5.9 hrs flight, total costs typically range from $15,000 to $50,000+.
For New York, popular private jet airports include TEB, HPN, LGA. In Los Angeles, private jets commonly use VNY, BUR, LAX. These airports offer FBO services with private terminals, expedited security, and premium amenities.
Yes, same-day charter is often available on this route. ReserveJets offers 24/7 booking with as little as 4 hours notice for our fleet aircraft. Availability depends on aircraft positioning, but this is a popular route with frequent options.
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