Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Zurich
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,520 km
Average flight time
~11h 37m
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 Zurich 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 – Zurich sector links Van Nuys (KVNY) to Zürich Kloten (LSZH) over 9,514 km great-circle, about 10h49 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Zürich Kloten (3700 m runway). 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.
Zürich Kloten (LSZH)
On the arrival side, Zürich Kloten (LSZH) serves Zurich from 47.46°N / 8.55°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Jet Aviation Zurich; 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to St. Moritz / Davos.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 9,514 km · 5,137 NM
- Estimated block time
- 10h49
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- St. Moritz / Davos
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Suisse: 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 Zurich?
About 10h49 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,514 km great-circle between KVNY and LSZH.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Zurich?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3700 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 → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.