One way private jet Los Angeles to Las Vegas
A one way private jet Los Angeles to Las Vegas turns a half-day drive into a 47-minute flight. Light jets start around $4,000 for the 199-nautical-mile hop. You board at Van Nuys or Burbank and land minutes from the Strip.
Los Angeles to Las Vegas jet prices by aircraft
Flying privately from Los Angeles to Las Vegas takes 1h 00m on a turboprop across 199 nautical miles, with a one-way estimate of $2,000–$3,500.Below are the five aircraft classes that fly this route, with estimated flight times and one way price ranges. Times are airborne only; door to door, add roughly 20 minutes at each end for security and transfer. Every figure is an estimate and moves with aircraft availability, day of week and how late you book.
| Category | Flight time | One-way estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 1h 00m | $2,000–$3,500 | Optimal |
| Light jet | 0h 47m | $4,000–$6,000 | Nonstop |
| Midsize jet | 0h 46m | $5,000–$8,000 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 0h 45m | $7,000–$10,000 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 0h 45m | $9,500–$14,500 | Nonstop |
Figures are per jet, not per seat, before federal excise tax and segment fees. Duration covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a turboprop fits this trip
For a 199-nautical-mile leg, a turboprop is the practical pick: the Beechcraft King Air 350i seats eight and the Pilatus PC-12 NGX seats six, both with cabins sized for a short hop. At roughly $2,000 to $3,500 one way, the turboprop keeps the trip economical while still landing you at Henderson Executive or Harry Reid. A turboprop keeps the 199 nm Los Angeles to Las Vegas leg under $3,500 one way and gives you a cabin you can stand up in.
If you want a faster climb and a bit more cabin, a light jet trims the flight to 47 minutes for about $4,000 to $6,000. Midsize and super-midsize jets shave only a minute or two more off the block time, so they mainly buy comfort and luggage room, not speed. Heavy jets are available if you need the space, but on this distance you are paying for cabin, not time. Light jets cover the 229-mile route in 47 minutes for $4,000 to $6,000 one way when the turboprop schedule does not fit.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX
- 6 seats
- 290 kt cruise
- 1,800 nm reach
Cabin 4 ft 10 in tall, 16 ft 11 in long. Baggage 40 cu ft.
Daher TBM 960
- 6 seats
- 330 kt cruise
- 1,730 nm reach
Cabin 4 ft tall, 13 ft 3 in long. Baggage 32 cu ft.
Choosing a Los Angeles departure point
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is the busiest general aviation field in the area and the usual starting point for this route, with an 8,001-foot runway that handles every class in the table. Burbank (BUR) sits closer to the studios and downtown, and its 6,886-foot runway is fine for turboprops and light jets. Los Angeles International (LAX) has the 12,894-foot runway but also the airline traffic, so most charter passengers avoid it for a hop this short. If you are leaving from the westside, then Van Nuys usually saves the most time on the ground.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid International (LAS) is the main arrival point, with a 14,835-foot runway and a short taxi to the Strip, while Henderson Executive (HSH) sits southeast of the city and handles most general aviation traffic on a 6,501-foot runway. Which one you use depends on where you are staying and how your operator is sequenced that day. When your hotel is on the south Strip, then Henderson Executive often means a shorter drive than Harry Reid.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Reid International Airport | KLAS / LAS | 14,835 ft |
| Henderson Executive Airport | KHND / HSH | 6,501 ft |
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 8,001 ft |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 6,886 ft |
| Los Angeles International Airport | KLAX / LAX | 12,894 ft |
When prices peak on this route
Demand on the Los Angeles to Las Vegas route climbs around major conventions, fight nights and holiday weekends, and one way prices follow. Friday afternoon departures and Sunday returns are the tightest windows, because that is when the same aircraft is most in demand in both directions. If you can fly midweek, then the same turboprop often prices at the low end of the $2,000 to $3,500 range.
Book at least a week ahead for a weekend trip and two to three weeks ahead for event weekends, when aircraft get committed early. Same-day one way flights are possible but the price reflects whatever is left. Booking two to three weeks out locks in the $4,000 to $6,000 light jet band before event demand pushes it higher. Summer heat is worth a thought only for luggage and ground transfers, not for the flight itself.
Private jet routes similar to Los Angeles to Las Vegas
These 6 private jet routes span 82 to 279 nautical miles, with one-way turboprop estimates from $2,000 to $4,500.
Questions about this route
How much does a one way private jet Los Angeles to Las Vegas cost?
Expect roughly $2,000 to $3,500 one way in a turboprop, $4,000 to $6,000 in a light jet, and $5,000 to $8,000 in a midsize. Super-midsize jets run about $7,000 to $10,000 and heavy jets $9,500 to $14,500. These are estimates for the 199-nautical-mile leg and change with aircraft availability, day of week and booking lead time.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas by private jet?
A light jet covers the 229 miles in about 47 minutes airborne; a turboprop takes about an hour. Midsize, super-midsize and heavy jets all come in around 45 to 46 minutes. Add roughly 20 minutes at each end for boarding and transfer, so door to door you are typically looking at under two hours total.
Which airports do private jets use from Los Angeles to Las Vegas?
On the Los Angeles side, Van Nuys (VNY) and Burbank (BUR) are the common departure points, with LAX available if needed. In Las Vegas, Harry Reid International (LAS) and Henderson Executive (HSH) both handle charter arrivals. Van Nuys has an 8,001-foot runway and Henderson 6,501 feet, so every class in the table can use either field.
Can I book a same-day one way flight?
Yes, same-day one way flights are often possible on this short route, but pricing reflects whatever aircraft is still available. A turboprop booked same-day may price near the top of its $2,000 to $3,500 range. For weekend or event travel, booking two to three weeks ahead usually gives you more aircraft choices and better rates.
Who operates the aircraft on this route?
Flights are flown by independent operators holding FAA Part 135 authority, and those operators retain operational control of each flight. We arrange the trip as your agent under DOT Part 295 authority. That means we source and compare aircraft and quotes, while the operator is responsible for the flight itself and its crew.
Is a turboprop or a light jet better for this distance?
For 199 nautical miles, a turboprop is usually the better value at about $2,000 to $3,500 one way, with the King Air 350i seating eight and the PC-12 NGX seating six. A light jet costs $4,000 to $6,000 and saves only about 13 minutes in the air. Choose the jet if you want a faster climb or more cabin space.