Private charter between Bakersfield and Los Angeles starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Bakersfield (BFL) to Los Angeles (LAX) and Los Angeles to Bakersfield — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Bakersfield and Los Angeles is about 176 km (109 miles), or 95 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Bakersfield and Los Angeles, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 45 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 44 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 39 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 38 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Bakersfield–Los Angeles, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Bakersfield, United States: Meadows Field, Delano Municipal Airport and Porterville Municipal Airport.
Los Angeles, United States: Los Angeles International Airport, Van Nuys Airport, Long Beach International Airport, Zamperini Field, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport and John Wayne Orange County International Airport.
| Meadows Field | Los Angeles International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBFL / BFL | KLAX / LAX |
| Longest hard runway | 10,849 ft | 12,894 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 510 ft | 125 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Bakersfield to Los Angeles can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Meadows Field has 10,849 ft and Los Angeles International Airport 12,894 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 176 km.
Alternates within range: Delano Municipal Airport (5,659 ft, 38 km) · Porterville Municipal Airport (5,960 ft, 66 km) · Bakersfield International Airport (4,000 ft, 13 km) · Shafter Airport - Minter Field (4,501 ft, 15 km) · Van Nuys Airport (8,001 ft, 31 km) · Long Beach International Airport (10,000 ft, 28 km) · Zamperini Field (5,001 ft, 17 km) · Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (6,886 ft, 29 km)
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 176 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Bakersfield and Los Angeles.
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Bakersfield–Los Angeles is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 45 min gate to gate across the 176 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Bakersfield–Los Angeles departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Bakersfield–Los Angeles charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Los Angeles to Bakersfield runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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