Private Jet Charter Los Angeles to Denver
A private jet charter Los Angeles to Denver covers 736 nautical miles nonstop. Light jets typically quote $8,000 to $12,000 one way. The trade-off is cabin size against runway access at both ends.
- 736 nm847 miles (statute)
- 2h 06mlight jet time aloft
- $8,000–$12,000one-way estimate
Los Angeles to Denver private jet costs by aircraft
Going by private jet from Los Angeles to Denver takes 2h 06m over 736 nautical miles on a light jet, with a one-way estimate of $8,000–$12,000.Five aircraft classes make this run nonstop, and the spread between them is wider than the flight time. Times below are airborne estimates; prices are pre-arranged estimates that move with aircraft availability, crew duty rules, and how long you keep the jet on the ground in Denver.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | One-way ballpark | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 2h 53m | $6,500–$10,000 | Nonstop |
| Light jet | 2h 06m | $8,000–$12,000 | Top match |
| Midsize jet | 2h 03m | $10,500–$16,000 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 1h 57m | $14,000–$19,500 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 1h 57m | $18,500–$28,000 | Nonstop |
Figures are per aircraft, not per passenger, prior to federal excise tax and segment fees. Duration covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a light jet fits this trip
For 736 nautical miles a light jet is the sensible default choice for most parties. A Citation CJ4 Gen2 carries seven passengers at 451 knots and still lands comfortably inside anything you will use at either end. The HondaJet Elite II handles five with better fuel economy on a leg this short. Both cost meaningfully less than a midsize, and you give up cabin height and baggage volume, not range.
If you are traveling with six or more people plus ski bags or golf clubs, then step to a midsize or super-midsize for the extra hold and stand-up cabin. The super-midsize only saves about six minutes over the light jet, so you are paying for comfort, not speed. Turboprops quote lower but cost you 47 minutes in the air, which rarely makes sense at this distance. Heavy jets are available and priced accordingly; they buy space, not time.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
- 7 seats
- 451 kt speed
- 2,165 nm legs
Cabin 4 ft 9 in tall, 17 ft 4 in long. Bags 71 cu ft.
Embraer Phenom 300E
- 7 seats
- 464 kt speed
- 2,010 nm legs
Cabin 4 ft 11 in tall, 17 ft 2 in long. Bags 84 cu ft.
Leaving the Los Angeles basin
Van Nuys and Burbank sit closer to most of the westside and valley than LAX does for a short domestic hop, and both keep you out of the airline terminal entirely. KBUR's longest runway is 6,886 feet, which is enough for the light jets and midsize aircraft on this route; heavy aircraft generally stage from Van Nuys or LAX. If your party starts in Santa Monica or the South Bay, then LAX can be the faster drive even with its 12,894-foot runway and heavier ground traffic. Give your broker your ZIP code and pickup time, not just "Los Angeles."
Which Denver airport to land at
Centennial and Rocky Mountain Metro put you closer to the city than Denver International does, and both handle light and midsize jets without the terminal walk. Centennial's longest runway runs 10,001 feet. Denver International's 16,000-foot runway matters for heavy aircraft and for winter days when the field is the only reliable option. Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora is a military field and not a normal charter destination, so treat any quote naming it as a question to raise.
If your final stop is Boulder or the northern suburbs, then Rocky Mountain Metro in Broomfield saves you the drive south. If you are headed to Cherry Creek, the Tech Center, or a downtown hotel, Centennial is usually the shorter car ride. Tell the operator your destination address so the crew files and parks at the right field.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 8,001 ft |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 6,886 ft |
| Los Angeles International Airport | KLAX / LAX | 12,894 ft |
| Buckley Space Force Base | KBKF / BFK | 11,006 ft |
| Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport | KBJC / BJC | 9,000 ft |
| Centennial Airport | KAPA / APA | 10,001 ft |
| Denver International Airport | KDEN / DEN | 16,000 ft |
Busiest routes and booking ahead
Denver demand peaks around ski season and major convention weeks, so lead time matters more than the day of the week. Friday afternoons out of Los Angeles and Sunday evenings back into Los Angeles are the tightest windows. A same-day round trip needs the aircraft held on the ground in Denver, which is billed as crew and wait time and can add to the estimate.
If you are flying between December and March, then book two to three weeks ahead for anything larger than a light jet, since the fleet is working Colorado ski traffic. Summer afternoons bring high density altitude at Centennial and Rocky Mountain Metro, which can limit payload on a hot day; morning departures avoid the worst of it. Ask for the quote in writing with the tail type named, because prices are estimates until an operator confirms the aircraft.
Private jet routes similar to Los Angeles to Denver
Each of these 6 private jet legs runs 668 to 893 nautical miles, with one-way light jet estimates from $7,500 to $14,500.
Questions about this route
How much does private jet charter Los Angeles to Denver cost?
Estimates run about $8,000 to $12,000 for a light jet, $10,500 to $16,000 for a midsize, and $18,500 to $28,000 for a heavy jet, one way. These are pre-arranged estimates, not final quotes; the confirmed price depends on the specific aircraft, crew availability, and ground time in Denver.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Denver by private jet?
About 2 hours 3 minutes in a midsize jet and 1 hour 57 minutes in a super-midsize or heavy, covering 736 nautical miles nonstop. A light jet runs roughly 2 hours 6 minutes. Add taxi and climb time at each end, and plan on a door-to-door block closer to four hours.
Can I do a same-day round trip on this private jet charter Los Angeles to Denver?
Yes, but the jet waits for you in Denver, and that wait is billable crew and aircraft time. A same-day return usually costs more than two one-way legs priced separately unless the operator has a repositioning need. Ask for both structures before you decide.
Which Denver airport will my charter use?
Most light and midsize charters land at Centennial or Rocky Mountain Metropolitan, both closer to the city than Denver International. Centennial's longest runway is 10,001 feet and Rocky Mountain Metro's is 9,000. Denver International, with a 16,000-foot runway, is the fallback for heavy aircraft and winter weather.
Who is responsible for the flight itself?
The operating carrier is. Charter brokers such as this one act as agents under DOT Part 295 and arrange the trip; the flights are flown by FAA Part 135 operators who hold operational control, maintain the aircraft, and supply the crew. Ask for the operator's name before you book and confirm it appears on your contract.
What changes the price on a 736 nautical mile leg?
Aircraft size drives most of it, followed by day of week, lead time, and how long the jet is held on the ground. Empty repositioning legs into Los Angeles can lower a quote, while peak ski-season weekends into Denver raise it. Winter weather diversions and de-icing can also add cost.