Private Jet Charter from Los Angeles to San Francisco
279 nm (321 mi) · Van Nuys (VNY) → San Francisco Intl (SFO)
$4,700 – $9,900 one-way, all-in market estimate
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Van Nuys (VNY) to San Francisco Intl (SFO) is 279 nautical miles (321 statute miles), tracking northwest, and blocks 1h 30m to 1h 30m depending on which cabin you charter. Short enough that the drive to a private terminal and the flight itself take about the same time — which is where charter beats commercial by the widest margin.
Airports on this route
We price Van Nuys (VNY) → San Francisco Intl (SFO) by default. These nearby fields are available on request and often sit closer to where you are actually going.
Los Angeles
Priced from Van Nuys (VNY)
- Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR) — 7 nm away
- Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) — 12 nm away
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — 17 nm away
San Francisco
Priced from San Francisco Intl (SFO)
- San Carlos Airport (SQL) — 9 nm away
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) — 9 nm away
- Palo Alto Airport (PAO) — 16 nm away
Charter cost by aircraft category
Live market-rate estimates, refreshed daily. Final pricing depends on dates and aircraft availability.
| Aircraft category | Estimated price | Flight time |
|---|---|---|
| TurbopropTBM 960, Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350 · seats 6 | $4,700 – $6,800 | 1h 30m |
| Light JetCitation CJ3+, Phenom 300E, Citation M2 Gen2 · seats 7 | $6,800 – $9,900 | 1h 30m |
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charter a private jet from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
A one-way private charter from Los Angeles to San Francisco typically ranges from $4,700 on a smaller aircraft to $9,900 on a large-cabin jet, all-in. Exact pricing depends on aircraft availability, dates, and seasonality — get a live quote for your exact trip in seconds.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco by private jet?
The 279 nautical mile (321 mi) flight takes roughly 1h 30m to 1h 30m depending on the aircraft — larger jets cruise faster. You also skip commercial security lines and board minutes before departure.
Which airports do private jets use for Los Angeles and San Francisco?
Most charters on this route fly Van Nuys (VNY) to San Francisco Intl (SFO) — dedicated private terminals with faster boarding and better positioning than the main commercial gates. Other nearby airports are available on request.
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