Private charter between Los Angeles and Santa Rosa starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Rosa (STS), and from Santa Rosa (STS) back to Los Angeles (LAX).
The straight-line distance between Los Angeles and Santa Rosa is about 643 km (400 miles), or 347 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$25,000 for a one-way charter between Los Angeles and Santa Rosa, 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 13m | 1h 06m – 1h 20m | US$12,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 18m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 15m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 14m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 13m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 12m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 09m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
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.
Charter pricing on Los Angeles–Santa Rosa moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
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.
Santa Rosa, United States: Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport and Napa County Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Burbank (BUR), Torrance (TOA), Los Angeles (LAX); Santa Rosa: Napa (APC), Santa Rosa (STS).
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Los Angeles→Santa Rosa runs about 6 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 → Santa Rosa | 147 | 61 min | 50 min | Bombardier Challenger (15), Cessna Citation XLS (12), Gulfstream 4 (11), Bombardier Challenger 350 (10) |
| Santa Rosa → Los Angeles | 134 | 55 min | — | Gulfstream 4 (13), Gulfstream 5 (12), Bombardier Challenger 300 (10), Gulfstream G650 (10) |
281 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KSTS / STS |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 6,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 128 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Los Angeles to Santa Rosa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. The tighter of the two runways is Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport at 6,000 ft, against the 6,000 ft needed by the most demanding type on the list, the Bombardier Global 7500 — 0 ft of margin. The leg is 643 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) · Napa County Airport (5,930 ft, 57 km) · Healdsburg Municipal Airport (2,652 ft, 18 km) · Belos Cavalos Airport · Petaluma Municipal Airport (3,600 ft, 33 km)
See the guide range — US$10,000 – US$25,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Los Angeles–Santa Rosa charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Los Angeles–Santa Rosa 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$25,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 18m airborne across the 643 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet 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–Santa Rosa 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.
Of course: Santa Rosa to Los Angeles runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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