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Van Nuys to San Francisco

VNYVan NuysVan Nuys
SFOSan FranciscoSan Francisco

Departed

17th September 2026

Passengers

8 pax

Last listed

Price on request

Duration

1h 6m

Aircraft

Learjet 60

VNYSFOVan NuysSan Francisco1h 6m · 321 mi

About this flight

Van Nuys, the busiest general aviation airport in the country, is the natural starting point for private jet travel out of Los Angeles, and this empty leg carries passengers north to San Francisco, one of California's most iconic and walkable cities. As September settles over the Bay Area with its characteristic mild, fog-touched mornings, this direct charter route offers a swift alternative to the region's often congested commercial corridors, ideal for business travellers or those keen to explore San Francisco's hills, harbours and neighbourhoods without a full day lost to transit.

This sector is flown aboard a Learjet 60, a midsize jet with a stand-up cabin and a reputation for brisk, efficient performance on exactly this kind of short coastal hop. Six passengers benefit from forward-facing club seating, ample legroom and a well-insulated cabin that keeps noise to a minimum during the climb and cruise. The aircraft's strong short-field capability suits both Van Nuys and San Francisco's demanding traffic environments with ease.

As an empty leg, this flight exists because the aircraft must reposition regardless of passenger demand, which makes it an excellent opportunity for travellers with plans already set for this date. It delivers the comfort, privacy and directness of private jet charter along one of California's most travelled corridors, at a moment when commercial alternatives rarely match its convenience.

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Testimonials

What our customers say about us

01/16

All went very well! Already planning next year's trip — might need a bigger jet for eight of us next time.

S.M.Private Client