Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Melbourne ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~12,770 km
Average flight time
~15h 34m
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 Melbourne and Los Angeles 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 Melbourne – Los Angeles sector links Essendon Fields (YMEN) to Van Nuys (KVNY) over 12,764 km great-circle, about 14h24 airborne in a Bombardier Global 7500. Boarding at ExecuJet Melbourne, 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
Essendon Fields (YMEN)
Essendon Fields (YMEN / MEB) is a major business field at 37.73°S / 144.90°E, Australia. Runway: 1921 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: ExecuJet Melbourne. Helicopter link: Centre Melbourne / Mornington.
Van Nuys (KVNY)
Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY) is a ultra-hub at 34.21°N / 118.49°W, USA. Runway: 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Signature Flight Support. Helicopter link: Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 12,764 km · 6,892 NM
- Estimated block time
- 14h24
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Melbourne — Essendon Fields (YMEN / MEB)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 1921 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Beverly Hills / Malibu
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Australie → USA: 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 Melbourne to Los Angeles?
About 14h24 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 12,764 km great-circle between YMEN and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Melbourne → Los Angeles?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Essendon Fields?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Melbourne.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Australie → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.