Charter Nashville to Los Angeles privately from US$53,000, about 4h 00m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Nashville (BNA) to Los Angeles (LAX), and from Los Angeles (LAX) back to Nashville (BNA).
The straight-line distance between Nashville and Los Angeles is about 2,886 km (1,793 miles), or 1,558 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Nashville to Los Angeles (and Los Angeles to Nashville) ranges from US$53,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$138,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. | 4h 00m | 3h 36m – 4h 24m | US$53,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 43m | 3h 21m – 4h 05m | US$73,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 00m | US$53,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 58m | US$58,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 48m | US$63,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 43m | US$73,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 43m | US$80,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 48m | US$87,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Nashville and Los Angeles are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Nashville, United States: Nashville International Airport, Smyrna Airport, John C Tune Airport, Music City Executive Airport, Lebanon Municipal Airport and Springfield Robertson County Airport.
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.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Nashville: Nashville (BNA, KJWN); Los Angeles: Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), Santa Ana (SNA).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 19:00 UTC.
Nashville→Los Angeles runs about 39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville → Los Angeles | 35 | 241 min | 199 min | Bombardier Challenger 300 (6), Gulfstream 4 (5), Gulfstream 5 (4), Bombardier Challenger (3) |
| Los Angeles → Nashville | 52 | 202 min | — | Gulfstream 4 (7), Bombardier Challenger (7), Cessna Citation 10 (7), Gulfstream 5 (5) |
87 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Nashville International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBNA / BNA | KLAX / LAX |
| Longest hard runway | 11,030 ft | 12,894 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 599 ft | 125 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,830 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,428 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,130 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,198 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,530 ft spare |
3,700 km 92 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,752 ft spare |
3,650 km 42 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,830 ft spare |
3,900 km 292 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,454 ft spare |
4,600 km 992 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,100 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,318 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,130 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,792 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,338 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,612 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,590 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,792 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,730 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,192 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,240 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,792 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,030 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,652 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,230 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,504 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,030 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,352 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,230 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,337 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Smyrna Airport (8,038 ft, 19 km) · John C Tune Airport (6,001 ft, 20 km) · Music City Executive Airport (6,300 ft, 37 km) · Lebanon Municipal Airport (5,000 ft, 33 km) · 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.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide pricing on Nashville–Los Angeles is published clearly: US$53,000 – US$138,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
The Nashville to Los Angeles route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$53,000 – US$138,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 00m gate to gate across the 2,886 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Nashville–Los Angeles charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Nashville–Los Angeles charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Los Angeles to Nashville runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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