Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Shanghai
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~10,430 km
Average flight time
~12h 43m
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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai our desk plans 10,417 km in 11h49, ultra long range category. Boarding at Signature Flight Support, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. At this range a Gulfstream G650ER 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.
Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS)
On the arrival side, Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS) serves Shanghai from 31.20°N / 121.34°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO; 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to The Bund / Pudong.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 10,417 km · 5,625 NM
- Estimated block time
- 11h49
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO — Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS / SHA)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- The Bund / Pudong
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Chine: 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 Shanghai?
About 11h49 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 10,417 km great-circle between KVNY and ZSSS.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Shanghai?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
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 → Chine: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.