Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Abidjan
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 Los Angeles and Abidjan 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 Van Nuys (KVNY) and Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) removes connections entirely: 11,887 km non-stop in 13h26. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (3000 m runway). A helicopter connection to Plateau / Assinie can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ) is a major business field at 5.26°N / 3.93°W, Ivory Coast. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Aéria Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Plateau / Assinie.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 11,887 km · 6,418 NM
- Estimated block time
- 13h26
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Plateau / Assinie
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Côte d'Ivoire: 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 Los Angeles to Abidjan?
About 13h26 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 11,887 km great-circle between KVNY and DIAP.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Abidjan?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Côte d'Ivoire: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.