Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Abidjan ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~11,860 km
Average flight time
~14h 28m
Recommended aircraft
Ultra Long Range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Abidjan and Los Angeles aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Between Abidjan and Los Angeles our desk plans 11,887 km in 13h26, ultra long range category. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Abidjan. Onward helicopter transfer available to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Departure and arrival airports
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
On the departure side, Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) serves Abidjan from 5.26°N / 3.93°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Aéria Executive Handling; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Plateau / Assinie.
Van Nuys (KVNY)
Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY) is a ultra-hub at 34.21°N / 118.49°W, USA. Runway: 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Signature Flight Support. Helicopter link: Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 11,887 km · 6,418 NM
- Estimated block time
- 13h26
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Beverly Hills / Malibu
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Abidjan to Los Angeles?
About 13h26 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 11,887 km great-circle between DIAP and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Abidjan → Los Angeles?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Félix-Houphouët-Boigny?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Aéria Executive Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

