Fly private between Los Angeles and Philadelphia from US$65,000 for a super midsize jet (Challenger 350). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Los Angeles (LAX) to Philadelphia (PHL), and from Philadelphia (PHL) back to Los Angeles (LAX).
As the crow flies, Los Angeles to Philadelphia is roughly 3,856 kilometres — 2,396 miles, or 2,082 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (and Philadelphia to Los Angeles) ranges from US$65,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$171,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 50m | 4h 21m – 5h 19m | US$90,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 50m | 4h 21m – 5h 19m | US$122,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 50m | US$90,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 50m | US$99,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 56m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 50m | US$122,000 – US$171,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 41m | US$134,000 – US$188,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 41m | US$146,500 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
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.
The guide range for Los Angeles–Philadelphia is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
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.
Philadelphia, United States: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Wilmington Airport, Millville Municipal Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport and Chester County G O Carlson Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Santa Ana (SNA); Philadelphia: Philadelphia (PNE, PHL), Ewing Township (TTN), Wilmington (ILG).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 16:00 UTC.
Philadelphia→Los Angeles runs about 39 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat 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 → Philadelphia | 24 | 267 min | 242 min | Gulfstream 5 (5), Cessna Citation 10 (4), Gulfstream 4 (3), Bombardier Global 7000/7500 (2) |
| Philadelphia → Los Angeles | 31 | 306 min | — | Gulfstream G650 (7), Gulfstream 4 (7), Gulfstream 5 (3), Dassault Falcon 2000 (2) |
55 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Philadelphia International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KPHL / PHL |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 36 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,100 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,410 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,500 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,120 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,722 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,170 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,800 ft spare |
3,900 km 920 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,424 ft spare |
4,600 km 220 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 7,070 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,106 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,100 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,580 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,308 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,400 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,560 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,580 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,700 ft spare |
7,800 km 2,980 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,210 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,580 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,000 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,440 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,200 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,292 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,000 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,140 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,200 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,125 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,856 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) · Northeast Philadelphia Airport (7,000 ft, 31 km) · Wilmington Airport (7,275 ft, 38 km) · Millville Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 58 km) · Trenton Mercer Airport (6,006 ft, 58 km)
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Those 4h 50m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$65,000 – US$171,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Los Angeles–Philadelphia is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$65,000 – US$171,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a super midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 4h 50m gate to gate across the 3,856 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a super midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Los Angeles–Philadelphia charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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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