Fly private between New Orleans and San Francisco from US$55,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from New Orleans (MSY) to San Francisco (SFO), and from San Francisco (SFO) back to New Orleans (MSY).
New Orleans and San Francisco lie approximately 3,069 km apart (1,907 mi / 1,657 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from New Orleans to San Francisco (and San Francisco to New Orleans) ranges from US$55,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$145,000 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. 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. | 4h 14m | 3h 49m – 4h 39m | US$55,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 56m | 3h 32m – 4h 20m | US$76,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 14m | US$55,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 11m | US$61,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 01m | US$66,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 56m | US$76,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 56m | US$83,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 01m | US$91,000 – 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 New Orleans–San Francisco charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
New Orleans, United States: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field, Lakefront Airport, Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport, Hammond Northshore Regional Airport and Houma Terrebonne Airport.
San Francisco, United States: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Half Moon Bay Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — New Orleans: New Orleans (MSY, NEW); San Francisco: Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC), Mountain View (NUQ).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 00:00 UTC.
New Orleans→San Francisco runs about 46 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans → San Francisco | 17 | 261 min | 240 min | Cessna Citation Longitude (4), Gulfstream 4 (4), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (2) |
| San Francisco → New Orleans | 31 | 215 min | — | Cessna Citation 10 (5), Bombardier Global 5000/5500 (3), Dassault Falcon 50 (3), Learjet 60 (2) |
48 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | San Francisco International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMSY / MSY | KSFO / SFO |
| Longest hard runway | 10,104 ft | 11,870 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,904 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,657 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,204 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,427 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,604 ft spare |
3,700 km 137 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,826 ft spare |
3,650 km 187 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,904 ft spare |
3,900 km 63 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,528 ft spare |
4,600 km 763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,174 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,089 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,204 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,563 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,412 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,383 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,664 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,563 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,804 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,314 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,563 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,104 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,423 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,304 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,275 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,104 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,123 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,304 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,108 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field (10,000 ft, 29 km) · Lakefront Airport (6,879 ft, 23 km) · Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport (5,151 ft, 32 km) · Hammond Northshore Regional Airport (6,502 ft, 61 km) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Half Moon Bay Airport (5,000 ft, 16 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 23 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 4h 14m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of New Orleans and San Francisco.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
New Orleans–San Francisco is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$55,500 – US$145,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 4h 14m gate to gate across the 3,069 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 New Orleans–San Francisco 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.
Of course: San Francisco to New Orleans runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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