Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Le Cap ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,680 km
Average flight time
~10h 35m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Le Cap 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
Le Cap → Los Angeles: 16,093 km, 18h04 block time, departing Cape Town International (FACT) and arriving Van Nuys (KVNY). Boarding at ExecuJet Cape Town, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. At this range a Bombardier Global 7500 avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Cape Town International (FACT)
On the departure side, Cape Town International (FACT) serves Le Cap from 33.96°S / 18.60°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Cape Town; 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Camps Bay / Stellenbosch.
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
- 16,093 km · 8,690 NM
- Estimated block time
- 18h04
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Cape Town — Cape Town International (FACT / CPT)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 Afrique du Sud → 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 Le Cap to Los Angeles?
About 18h04 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 16,093 km great-circle between FACT and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Le Cap → Los Angeles?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (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 Cape Town International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Cape Town.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.