Private charter between Los Angeles and Minneapolis starts at US$33,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Los Angeles (LAX) to Minneapolis (MSP) and Minneapolis to Los Angeles — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Los Angeles to Minneapolis is roughly 2,467 kilometres — 1,533 miles, or 1,332 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Los Angeles–Minneapolis spans US$33,000 – US$90,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 29m | 3h 08m – 3h 50m | US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 14m | 2h 55m – 3h 33m | US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 29m | US$47,000 – US$66,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 27m | US$51,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 18m | US$56,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 14m | US$64,500 – US$90,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 14m | US$71,000 – US$99,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 18m | US$77,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Los Angeles–Minneapolis charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
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.
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB); Minneapolis: Saint Paul (STP), Minneapolis (MSP, FCM).
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 15:00 UTC.
Minneapolis→Los Angeles runs about 26 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Mon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → Minneapolis | 44 | 180 min | 162 min | Bombardier Challenger 300 (6), Dassault Falcon 2000 (4), Gulfstream 5 (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (4) |
| Minneapolis → Los Angeles | 48 | 206 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 300 (9), Dassault Falcon 2000 (5), Gulfstream G280 (4), Gulfstream 5 (4) |
92 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KMSP / MSP |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 11,006 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 841 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,806 ft spare |
2,180 km 904 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,106 ft spare |
2,410 km 674 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,506 ft spare |
3,700 km 616 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,728 ft spare |
3,650 km 566 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,806 ft spare |
3,900 km 816 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,430 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,516 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,076 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,842 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,106 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,316 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,314 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,136 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,566 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,316 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,706 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,716 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,216 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,316 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,006 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,176 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,206 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,028 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,006 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,876 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,206 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,861 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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) · Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Demand on Los Angeles–Minneapolis comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$33,000 – US$90,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 29m gate to gate across the 2,467 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Los Angeles–Minneapolis departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Los Angeles–Minneapolis charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Minneapolis to Los Angeles runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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