Fly private between Carlsbad and Los Angeles from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
We fly Carlsbad (AVW) ⇄ Los Angeles (LAX) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Carlsbad to Los Angeles is roughly 691 kilometres — 429 miles, or 373 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Carlsbad to Los Angeles (and Los Angeles to Carlsbad) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 36 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 35 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 35 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 35 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 34 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 34 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 41 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 39 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Carlsbad–Los Angeles moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Carlsbad, United States: Marana Regional Airport, Pinal Airpark, San Carlos Apache Airport and Coolidge 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.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Carlsbad: Marana (AVW); Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Los Angeles (LAX), Burbank (BUR).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 22:00 UTC.
Carlsbad→Los Angeles runs about 7 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad → Los Angeles | 16 | 70 min | 58 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (3), Bombardier Challenger (2), Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Cessna Citation XLS (2) |
| Los Angeles → Carlsbad | 11 | 63 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Cessna Citation Longitude (2) |
27 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Marana Regional Airport | Los Angeles International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KAVQ / AVW | KLAX / LAX |
| Longest hard runway | 6,901 ft | 12,894 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 2,031 ft | 125 ft |
| Distance from city | 55 km | in the city |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Carlsbad to Los Angeles can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Marana Regional Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,901 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 901 ft to spare. The leg is 691 km.
Alternates within range: Pinal Airpark (6,849 ft, 58 km) · San Carlos Apache Airport (6,500 ft, 70 km) · Coolidge Municipal Airport (5,564 ft, 65 km) · San Manuel Airport (4,207 ft, 16 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)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Carlsbad 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.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Carlsbad to Los Angeles.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Carlsbad–Los Angeles is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 36 min gate to gate across the 691 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Carlsbad–Los Angeles departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Carlsbad–Los Angeles charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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