Private charter between Long Beach and San Francisco starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
We fly Long Beach (LGB) ⇄ San Francisco (SFO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Long Beach to San Francisco is roughly 569 kilometres — 354 miles, or 307 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$23,000 for a one-way charter between Long Beach and San Francisco, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | US$11,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 11m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 10m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 08m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 08m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 06m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 04m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Long Beach–San Francisco quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Long Beach, United States: Long Beach International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Zamperini Field, Van Nuys Airport, John Wayne Orange County International Airport and Ontario International Airport.
San Francisco, United States: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Half Moon Bay Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Long Beach: Long Beach (LGB), Torrance (TOA); San Francisco: Oakland (OAK), San Jose (SJC), San Francisco (SFO).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 01:00 UTC.
San Francisco→Long Beach runs about 6 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Wed is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Beach → San Francisco | 22 | 54 min | 48 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (5), Gulfstream 4 (5), Bombardier Global 5000/5500 (3) |
| San Francisco → Long Beach | 235 | 60 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (39), Gulfstream 4 (25), Bombardier Global 5000/5500 (14), Gulfstream G650 (12) |
257 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Long Beach International Airport | San Francisco International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLGB / LGB | KSFO / SFO |
| Longest hard runway | 10,000 ft | 11,870 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 60 ft | 13 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Long Beach to San Francisco can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Long Beach International Airport has 10,000 ft and San Francisco International Airport 11,870 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 569 km.
Alternates within range: Los Angeles International Airport (12,894 ft, 28 km) · Zamperini Field (5,001 ft, 18 km) · Van Nuys Airport (8,001 ft, 54 km) · John Wayne Orange County International Airport (5,700 ft, 30 km) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Half Moon Bay Airport (5,000 ft, 16 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 23 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$10,000 – US$23,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Long Beach–San Francisco charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Long Beach–San Francisco is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$23,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 11m gate to gate over 569 km (354 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Long Beach–San Francisco departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Long Beach–San Francisco 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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