Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Gstaad ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,530 km
Average flight time
~11h 37m
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 Gstaad 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
Chartering privately between Saanen (LSGK) and Van Nuys (KVNY) removes connections entirely: 9,529 km non-stop in 10h50. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Gstaad. At this range a Gulfstream G650ER avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Saanen (LSGK)
Saanen (LSGK / GSV) is a niche luxury field at 46.49°N / 7.26°E, Switzerland. Runway: 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days. Business-aviation handling: Saanen Airport Operations. Helicopter link: Gstaad Palace.
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
- 9,529 km · 5,145 NM
- Estimated block time
- 10h50
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Saanen Airport Operations — Saanen (LSGK / GSV)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot 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
International sector Suisse → 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 Gstaad to Los Angeles?
About 10h50 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,529 km great-circle between LSGK and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Gstaad → 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 Saanen?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Saanen Airport Operations.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Suisse → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.