Private charter between Los Angeles and Santa Maria starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Maria (SMX) and Santa Maria to Los Angeles — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Los Angeles to Santa Maria is roughly 216 kilometres — 134 miles, or 117 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Los Angeles–Santa Maria spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 50 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 48 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 42 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 41 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 41 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 41 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 40 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 39 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 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.
On Los Angeles–Santa Maria, 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.
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.
Santa Maria, United States: Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field and Cuaslui Creek Airport.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Los Angeles–Santa Maria trip to its true flying time: 50 min.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
The figure we quote is the figure you pay — all handling, fees and taxes included in your Los Angeles–Santa Maria price.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Los Angeles–Santa Maria is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 50 min airborne across the 216 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Los Angeles–Santa Maria 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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