Private jet from Los Angeles to New York
We have seen 16 empty legs from Los Angeles to New York, from US$ 41,990. A full charter is estimated at US$ 46,600–93,200. 2,119 nm, about 4h55 in the air.
- Distance
- 2,119 nm
- Flight time
- 4h55
- Typical empty leg, heavy jet
- US$ 48,690
- One-way charter, heavy jet
- US$ 93,200
Published flights
Empty legs seen on this route
- Flights seen
- 16
- Lowest price
- US$ 41,990
- Median price
- US$ 54,390
- Latest flight
- 5 Nov 2026
Earlier flights
| 5 Nov 2026 | Aircraft | Price on request |
| 14 Oct 2026 | Gulfstream V/G500/G550 | US$ 62,190 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | Gulfstream V/G500/G550 | Price on request |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Bombardier Challenger 600/601/604/605/650 | US$ 41,990 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Gulfstream IV/G300/G400/G450 | US$ 50,790 |
Prices are for the whole aircraft, converted to US dollars. Data from the public listings jetvega tracks.
What a full charter costs
| Class | Time | Hour | Charter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize jet, 8 seats | 5h13 | US$ 6,000 | US$ 31,300–US$ 62,600 |
| Super-midsize jet, 9 seats | 5h00 | US$ 7,500 | US$ 37,500–US$ 75,000 |
| Heavy jet, 12 seats | 4h55 | US$ 9,500 | US$ 46,600–US$ 93,200 |
| Ultra long range, 14 seats | 4h43 | US$ 13,000 | US$ 61,400–US$ 122,800 |
An empty leg on this route had a median price of US$ 48,690, against US$ 93,200 for a full charter on a heavy jet: about 48% less.
An estimate, not an offer: flight hours at the typical speed of the class × the average hourly rate. The lower figure applies when the aircraft is already in town; the higher one includes the aircraft flying back empty, which is how a one-way trip is usually priced. Airport fees not included.
Airports in Los Angeles
- Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport BUR0 km from the centre
- Los Angeles International Airport LAX29 km from the centre
- Long Beach International Airport LGB47 km from the centre
- Van Nuys Airport VNY12 km from the centre
- Santa Monica Municipal Airport SMO22 km from the centre
Airports in New York
- Newark Liberty International Airport EWR0 km from the centre
- LaGuardia Airport LGA27 km from the centre
- John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK33 km from the centre
- Teterboro Airport TEB20 km from the centre
- Morristown Municipal Airport MMU24 km from the centre
Questions
How much is a private jet from Los Angeles to New York?
A full charter runs about US$ 46,600–93,200 on a heavy jet (estimate). Empty legs on this route have been listed from US$ 41,990, with a median of US$ 54,390.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?
It is 2,119 nautical miles (3,924 km): about 4h55 on a heavy jet, including take-off and landing.
Which aircraft fly Los Angeles → New York?
Non-stop: midsize jet (8 seats), super-midsize jet (9 seats), heavy jet (12 seats), ultra long range (14 seats). Seen on this route: Gulfstream IV/G300/G400/G450, Gulfstream G650/G650ER, Gulfstream V/G500/G550, Bombardier Global 8000, Dassault Falcon 2000.
Are there empty legs from Los Angeles to New York right now?
Yes, 11 listed now, from US$ 43,190. They are at the top of this page.
Which airports do the flights use?
In Los Angeles: Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Long Beach International Airport (LGB). In New York: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Business jets often use smaller airports closer to where you are going.
What about the way back, New York to Los Angeles?
The return route has its own page, with 16 empty legs seen. Asking for a round trip in one request is usually cheaper than two one-way flights.
What is an empty leg?
It is a flight with no passengers on board: after dropping off a client the aircraft returns to base or repositions for the next trip. The operator sells that leg at a discount rather than fly it empty.