Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Fort Lauderdale
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,940 km
Average flight time
~10h 54m
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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE) removes connections entirely: 3,765 km non-stop in 4h34. Boarding at Signature Flight Support, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. At this range a Falcon 8X avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
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.
Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE)
Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE) is a major business field at 26.20°N / 80.17°W, USA. Runway: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Sheltair FXE. Helicopter link: Las Olas / Boca Raton.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 3,765 km · 2,033 NM
- Estimated block time
- 4h34
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Sheltair FXE — Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Las Olas / Boca Raton
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 Fort Lauderdale?
About 4h34 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 3,765 km great-circle between KVNY and KFXE.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Fort Lauderdale?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
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.