Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Zurich ➔ Los Angeles
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 Zurich 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
Sector LSZH – KVNY is 9,514 km of direct routing, flown in 10h49 on a Gulfstream G650ER. Boarding at Jet Aviation Zurich, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Zürich Kloten (LSZH)
Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH) is a major business field at 47.46°N / 8.55°E, Switzerland. Runway: 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Jet Aviation Zurich. Helicopter link: St. Moritz / Davos.
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
- 9,514 km · 5,137 NM
- Estimated block time
- 10h49
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 Suisse → 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 Zurich to Los Angeles?
About 10h49 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,514 km great-circle between LSZH and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Zurich → Los Angeles?
A Gulfstream G650ER (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 Zürich Kloten?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Jet Aviation Zurich.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Suisse → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.