Private charter between Los Angeles and Merced starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Los Angeles (LAX) to Merced (MER) and Merced to Los Angeles — timed and priced alike.
Los Angeles and Merced lie approximately 429 km apart (267 mi / 232 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Los Angeles and Merced, 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. 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. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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. | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 56 min | 50 min – 1h 02m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 59 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 57 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 56 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 56 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 55 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 53 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 14m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 10m | 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.
On Los Angeles–Merced, 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
Merced, United States: Castle Airport, Merced Regional Macready Field, Modesto City Co-Harry Sham Field and Madera Municipal Airport.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Castle Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KMER / MER |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 11,802 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 191 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 12 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Los Angeles to Merced can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Los Angeles International Airport has 12,894 ft and Castle Airport 11,802 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 429 km.
Alternates within range: 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) · Merced Regional Macready Field (5,914 ft, 0 km) · Modesto City Co-Harry Sham Field (5,904 ft, 54 km) · Madera Municipal Airport (5,545 ft, 49 km) · Los Banos Municipal Airport (3,801 ft, 40 km)
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,000 – US$15,500 range for Los Angeles–Merced, confirmed once we check live availability.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Los Angeles–Merced with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Demand on Los Angeles–Merced comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 59 min gate to gate across the 429 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop 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 Los Angeles–Merced departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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