Private jet charter Los Angeles to Nashville
A private jet charter Los Angeles to Nashville covers 1,567 nautical miles. A midsize jet makes the trip nonstop in about 4 hours 02 minutes. This guide covers airports, aircraft and costs.
- 1,567 nm1,803 statute miles
- 4h 02mtime aloft in midsize jet
- $21,000–$31,500estimate each way
Los Angeles to Nashville private jet prices by aircraft
Flying private from Los Angeles to Nashville means 1,567 nautical miles in 4h 02m on a midsize jet, with a one-way quote around $21,000–$31,500.Below are the aircraft classes that fit this coast-to-coast-scale leg, with nonstop status, approximate flight time and estimated one-way charter pricing. Turboprop and light jet options on this route make fuel stops, which adds hours. Treat every figure as an estimate; your operator confirms the final quote once aircraft and crew are assigned.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | Est. one way | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6h 32m | $14,500–$23,000 | A fuel stop is probable |
| Light jet | 4h 53m | $18,500–$28,500 | A fuel stop is probable |
| Midsize jet | 4h 02m | $21,000–$31,500 | Recommended |
| Super-midsize jet | 3h 48m | $27,500–$38,000 | Nonstop service |
| Heavy jet | 3h 48m | $36,000–$55,000 | Nonstop service |
Figures are per aircraft, not per seat, excluding federal excise tax and segment fees. Time covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a midsize jet fits this trip
A midsize jet is the fit here because it covers the 1,567 nm leg nonstop in about 4 hours 02 minutes, and both the Hawker 800XP and Citation XLS+ carry up to 8 passengers with cabins tall enough to stand up in. The range matters: a light jet or turboprop has to stop for fuel, which turns a four-hour trip into a six-hour one.
A super-midsize or heavy jet shaves the flight to roughly 3 hours 48 minutes and adds cabin room, at an estimated $27,500 to $55,000 against $21,000 to $31,500 for midsize. If you are flying with a larger group or want the extra cabin height, that step up is worth pricing alongside the midsize.
Expect a midsize jet to make the Los Angeles to Nashville run nonstop in about four hours once winds and routing are set. Compare super-midsize and heavy quotes for comfort, and light jets only if budget leads.
Cessna Citation Latitude
- 9 seats
- 446 kt cruise
- 2,700 nm range
Interior 6 ft tall, 21 ft 9 in long. Bags 127 cu ft.
Hawker 800XP
- 8 seats
- 447 kt cruise
- 2,540 nm range
Interior 5 ft 9 in tall, 21 ft 4 in long. Bags 50 cu ft.
Leaving Los Angeles
Van Nuys Airport handles a large share of Los Angeles private flights, with an 8,001-foot runway and a location that keeps the San Fernando Valley and Westside drive reasonable. LAX is the alternative when your passengers come from the South Bay, though slot coordination and airline traffic there make a smaller field faster for most charter departures.
Flying out of Van Nuys instead of LAX usually trims ground time on a Los Angeles departure. Your operator confirms which field clears your route and crew scheduling; the airport that suits your address is often the one that saves the most door-to-door time.
Arriving in Nashville
Nashville International has an 11,030-foot runway and is the field most operators file for on this route, which puts you about 15 minutes from downtown on a normal run. John C Tune sits closer to the city on 6,001 feet, while Smyrna to the southeast gives you an 8,038-foot runway and a quieter ramp.
Most midsize jets land at Nashville International thanks to its 11,030-foot runway and instrument approaches. If your final stop is Franklin, Brentwood or Murfreesboro, Smyrna can cut the drive to the south side of the metro.
| 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 |
| Smyrna Airport | KMQY / MQY | 8,038 ft |
| Nashville International Airport | KBNA / BNA | 11,030 ft |
| John C Tune Airport | KJWN | 6,001 ft |
When this route peaks and when to book
Demand on Los Angeles to Nashville runs high around CMA Fest, the Nashville Songwriters events and the long college football weekends in the fall, when Nashville-bound charters fill quickly and prices drift toward the top of the range. Book a Nashville-bound midsize jet two to three weeks ahead when Music City events land on the calendar. Short-notice requests still clear, but the aircraft you want may not be the one available.
Return legs from Nashville back to Los Angeles are busiest on Sunday evenings and Monday mornings as travelers head home. If your trip is a same-day round-trip, your operator needs crew duty limits built into the schedule, so plan the Los Angeles departure early. Ask about empty legs and repositioning aircraft before you lock a Los Angeles to Nashville quote.
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FAQs on this route
How long is a private jet charter Los Angeles to Nashville?
The leg is 1,567 nautical miles, or 1,803 statute miles. A midsize jet flies it nonstop in about 4 hours 02 minutes, a super-midsize or heavy jet in about 3 hours 48 minutes, and a light jet needs a fuel stop and runs roughly 4 hours 53 minutes of flying plus ground time.
What does a private jet charter Los Angeles to Nashville cost?
Estimates start around $21,000 to $31,500 one-way for a midsize jet, $27,500 to $38,000 for super-midsize, and $36,000 to $55,000 for heavy. Light jets quote $18,500 to $28,500 but make a stop. Every number is an estimate until an operator confirms aircraft and crew.
Which airports serve private jet flights from Los Angeles to Nashville?
Departures use Van Nuys, Burbank or LAX. Arrivals land at Nashville International with its 11,030-foot runway, John C Tune with 6,001 feet, or Smyrna with 8,038 feet. Your operator picks the field that fits aircraft performance and your destination address in the metro.
Can I fly Los Angeles to Nashville and back the same day?
It is possible but tight. The round-trip flying alone is near 8 hours, and crew duty limits under FAA Part 135 rules constrain how long the day can run. An early Los Angeles departure and a short Nashville stay works; anything longer usually means an overnight or a second crew.
Is a midsize jet the right choice for this route?
Yes for most passengers. At 1,567 nm, a midsize jet like the Hawker 800XP or Citation XLS+ makes the trip nonstop with 8 seats and stand-up cabin height. Light jets and turboprops must stop, so their lower quote buys you more hours in the air, not less.
Who is responsible for the flight and the booking?
The flight is flown by an FAA Part 135 operator that holds operational control and the certificate. As a charter broker acting under DOT Part 295, we arrange the trip and quote on the operator's behalf. Domestic legs need no passport; international add-ons bring CBP and TSA rules into play.