Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Aspen
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,240 km
Average flight time
~10h 03m
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 Los Angeles and Aspen 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 Los Angeles and Aspen our desk plans 1,176 km in 1h47, midsize jet category. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Van Nuys (2469 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to Aspen Mountain 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.
Aspen Pitkin (KASE)
Aspen Pitkin (KASE / ASE) is a niche luxury field at 39.22°N / 106.86°W, USA. Runway: 2434 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Atlantic Aviation Aspen. Helicopter link: Aspen Mountain.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,176 km · 635 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h47
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Atlantic Aviation Aspen — Aspen Pitkin (KASE / ASE)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2434 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Aspen Mountain
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 Los Angeles to Aspen?
About 1h47 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,176 km great-circle between KVNY and KASE.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Aspen?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2434 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?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.