Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Fort Lauderdale ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,020 km
Average flight time
~1h 15m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Fort Lauderdale 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
The Fort Lauderdale – Los Angeles sector links Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE) to Van Nuys (KVNY) over 3,765 km great-circle, about 4h34 airborne in a Falcon 8X. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Fort Lauderdale. At this range a Falcon 8X avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE)
On the departure side, Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE) serves Fort Lauderdale from 26.20°N / 80.17°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sheltair FXE; 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Las Olas / Boca Raton.
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
- 3,765 km · 2,033 NM
- Estimated block time
- 4h34
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Sheltair FXE — Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- 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
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?
About 4h34 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 3,765 km great-circle between KFXE and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Fort Lauderdale → Los Angeles?
A Falcon 8X (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 Fort Lauderdale Executive?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sheltair FXE.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.