Private charter between Los Angeles and Seattle starts at US$23,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Los Angeles (LAX) ⇄ Seattle (SEA) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Los Angeles and Seattle is about 1,537 km (955 miles), or 830 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Los Angeles–Seattle spans US$23,000 – US$63,500: 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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 19m | 2h 05m – 2h 33m | US$33,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 10m | 1h 57m – 2h 23m | US$45,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 19m | US$33,000 – US$46,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 18m | US$36,500 – US$50,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 12m | US$39,500 – US$55,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 10m | US$45,500 – US$63,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 10m | US$50,000 – US$70,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 12m | US$54,500 – US$76,000 | 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
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.
Seattle, United States: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, King County International Airport - Boeing Field, Renton Municipal Airport, Bremerton National Airport, Seattle Paine Field International Airport and Tacoma Narrows Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB); Seattle: Seattle (BFI, SEA), Everett (PAE), Renton (RNT), Bremerton (PWT).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Fri 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 → Seattle | 169 | 132 min | 105 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (14), Gulfstream 4 (13), Bombardier Challenger 350 (13), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (10) |
| Seattle → Los Angeles | 137 | 131 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 350 (16), Cessna Citation Latitude (13), Cessna Citation CJ2 (8), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (7) |
306 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KSEA / SEA |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 11,901 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 433 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Los Angeles to Seattle can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Los Angeles International Airport has 12,894 ft and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport 11,901 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. At 1,537 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 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) · King County International Airport - Boeing Field (10,007 ft, 9 km) · Renton Municipal Airport (5,382 ft, 9 km) · Bremerton National Airport (6,000 ft, 35 km) · Seattle Paine Field International Airport (9,010 ft, 51 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Demand on Los Angeles–Seattle comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$23,000 – US$63,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 19m gate to gate across the 1,537 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–Seattle departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Los Angeles–Seattle charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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