Private charter between Los Angeles and Phoenix starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX), and from Phoenix (PHX) back to Los Angeles (LAX).
As the crow flies, Los Angeles to Phoenix is roughly 595 kilometres — 370 miles, or 321 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$24,000 for a one-way charter between Los Angeles and Phoenix, 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. 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 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 10m | 1h 03m – 1h 17m | US$12,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 14m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 12m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 10m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 10m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 08m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 06m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
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.
Every Los Angeles–Phoenix 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
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.
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), Los Angeles (LAX), Torrance (TOA); Phoenix: Scottsdale (SCF), Phoenix (PHX, DVT), Mesa (AZA), Glendale (KGEU), Goodyear (GYR).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Phoenix→Los Angeles runs about 4 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Thu 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 → Phoenix | 667 | 60 min | 47 min | Gulfstream G200 (41), Cessna Citation Ultra (36), Gulfstream 4 (35), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (34) |
| Phoenix → Los Angeles | 432 | 64 min | — | Learjet 35 (31), Pilatus PC-12 (25), Gulfstream 4 (22), Embraer Phenom 300 (21) |
1099 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KPHX / PHX |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 11,489 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 1,135 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Los Angeles to Phoenix can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Los Angeles International Airport has 12,894 ft and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 11,489 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 595 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) · Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Demand on Los Angeles–Phoenix 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$24,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 14m gate to gate across the 595 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Los Angeles–Phoenix charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Los Angeles–Phoenix charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Phoenix to Los Angeles runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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