Charter Los Angeles to Tucson privately from US$10,000, about 1h 24m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Los Angeles (LAX) to Tucson (TUS) and Tucson to Los Angeles — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Los Angeles to Tucson is roughly 725 kilometres — 451 miles, or 392 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Los Angeles to Tucson (and Tucson to Los Angeles) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$26,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$13,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 24m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 22m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 20m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 20m | US$13,500 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 18m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 15m | US$16,000 – US$23,000 | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Los Angeles–Tucson, 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.
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.
Tucson, United States: Tucson International Airport, Ryan Field, Marana Regional Airport and Pinal Airpark.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Santa Ana (SNA), Burbank (BUR); Tucson: Tucson (TUS), Marana (AVW).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 14:00 UTC.
Tucson→Los Angeles runs about 7 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Tue 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 → Tucson | 59 | 66 min | 53 min | Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (10), Embraer Phenom 300 (5), Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Raytheon Premier 1 (4) |
| Tucson → Los Angeles | 31 | 73 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (4), Bombardier Challenger (3), Cessna Citation Latitude (3), Embraer Praetor 500 (3) |
90 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Tucson International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | KTUS / TUS |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 10,996 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 2,643 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Los Angeles to Tucson can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Los Angeles International Airport has 12,894 ft and Tucson International Airport 10,996 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 725 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) · Ryan Field (5,500 ft, 23 km) · Marana Regional Airport (6,901 ft, 42 km) · Pinal Airpark (6,849 ft, 57 km) · Ruby Star Airpark (4,300 ft, 29 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
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.
Los Angeles–Tucson 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$26,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 24m gate to gate over 725 km (451 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Los Angeles–Tucson 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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