Charter Los Angeles to Zihuatanejo privately from US$33,000, about 3h 30m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Los Angeles (LAX) ⇄ Zihuatanejo (ZIH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Los Angeles and Zihuatanejo lie approximately 2,479 km apart (1,540 mi / 1,338 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$33,000 – US$91,000 for a one-way charter between Los Angeles and Zihuatanejo, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 30m | 3h 09m – 3h 51m | US$47,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 15m | 2h 56m – 3h 35m | US$65,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 30m | US$47,500 – US$66,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 28m | US$52,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 19m | US$57,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 15m | US$65,000 – US$91,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 15m | US$71,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 19m | US$78,000 – US$100,000 | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Los Angeles–Zihuatanejo charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
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, Van Nuys Airport, Long Beach International Airport, Zamperini Field, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport and John Wayne Orange County International Airport.
Zihuatanejo, Mexico: Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport.
| Los Angeles International Airport | Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLAX / LAX | MMZH / ZIH |
| Longest hard runway | 12,894 ft | 8,222 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 125 ft | 26 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,022 ft spare |
2,180 km 919 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,322 ft spare |
2,410 km 689 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,722 ft spare |
3,700 km 601 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,944 ft spare |
3,650 km 551 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,022 ft spare |
3,900 km 801 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,646 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,501 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,292 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,827 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,322 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,530 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,121 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,782 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,922 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,701 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,432 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,222 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,161 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,422 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,222 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,861 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,422 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,846 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide pricing on Los Angeles–Zihuatanejo is published clearly: US$33,000 – US$91,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Demand on Los Angeles–Zihuatanejo comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$33,000 – US$91,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 30m gate to gate over 2,479 km (1,540 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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–Zihuatanejo departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Los Angeles–Zihuatanejo 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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