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Private Jet from Honolulu to Los Angeles

Hawaii to the mainland: one of the longest overwater business-jet routes in the US.

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Honolulu to Los Angeles by Jet Size

HNL to VNY is 2,551 statute miles (2,217 nautical). Showing aircraft that fly it nonstop (turboprops, very light jets, light jets, midsize jets would need a fuel stop). Estimates exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.

Jet sizeSeatsTimeOne way, estimated
Super-midsize jet8–105 hr 5 min$35,000–$52,000
Heavy jet10–165 hr$46,000–$70,000
Ultra-long-range jet12–194 hr 50 min$60,000–$104,500

Tips for This Route

Overwater Equipment

The route is entirely over the ocean. Operators must carry life rafts and overwater equipment, and only some jets have the range.

Agricultural Check

Baggage leaving Hawaii for the mainland goes through a USDA agricultural check, which the private terminal arranges.

Departure and Arrival Airports

Other options: Kahului (OGG) on Maui or Kona (KOA) on the Big Island instead of Honolulu; Burbank (BUR) instead of Van Nuys.

Arrival

VNY Van Nuys Airport

20 miles to Beverly Hills

FBOs: Signature Aviation, Clay Lacy Aviation, Jet Aviation

Van Nuys airport guide

Honolulu to Los Angeles Questions

How long is a private flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

About 5 hr 5 min in a super-midsize jet and about 4 hr 50 min in an ultra-long-range jet, from takeoff to landing.

How much does a private jet from Honolulu to Los Angeles cost?

Estimates start at about $35,000 to $52,000 one way in a super-midsize jet, before taxes, fees and repositioning. Larger jets cost more; see the table above for every size. Your quote shows the exact price for your dates.

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