Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Johannesburg
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~16,670 km
Average flight time
~20h 20m
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 Johannesburg 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
The Los Angeles – Johannesburg sector links Van Nuys (KVNY) to Lanseria International (FALA) over 16,672 km great-circle, about 18h42 airborne in a Bombardier Global 7500. Boarding at Signature Flight Support, 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
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.
Lanseria International (FALA)
Lanseria International (FALA / HLA) is a major business field at 25.94°S / 27.93°E, South Africa. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: ExecuJet Lanseria. Helicopter link: Sandton / Pretoria.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 16,672 km · 9,002 NM
- Estimated block time
- 18h42
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- ExecuJet Lanseria — Lanseria International (FALA / HLA)
- 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
- Sandton / Pretoria
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Afrique du Sud: 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 Johannesburg?
About 18h42 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 16,672 km great-circle between KVNY and FALA.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Johannesburg?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (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 → Afrique du Sud: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.