Route guide · Los Angeles to Sun Valley
Los Angeles to Sun Valley Private Jet Charter
Fly nonstop from Van Nuys or Burbank to Friedman Memorial Airport in Hailey in about 1 hour 40 minutes, then drive 20 minutes to Ketchum or 25 to Sun Valley. Room for skis, golf clubs and the whole family.
- Nonstop in About 1h 40m
- Friedman Memorial (SUN)
- Mountain-Experienced Operators
- No Membership, No Deposit
Request a quoteAircraft options for many trips within hours.
Route Overview
- Flight time
- ~1h 40m Nonstop
- Distance
- 590 NM Nautical miles
- Aircraft
- Light jetMidsize jetSuper-midsize jet
Your LA to Sun Valley Charter Timeline
- 1
Arrive at the FBO
Drive to Van Nuys or Burbank and park at the private terminal. There's no TSA line and no gate. Arrive about 15 minutes before departure, and the crew loads your skis and bags.
- 2
Board & Depart
Takeoff is usually within minutes of boarding. In winter, your advisor checks the Friedman forecast with the operator the day before, and again that morning.
- 3
In Flight
About 1 hour 40 minutes nonstop. Idaho is one hour ahead, so a 1:00 PM departure lands around 3:40 PM Mountain.
- 4
Land & Go
Arrive in Hailey. Your car meets you at the FBO, and you are in Ketchum in about 20 minutes or at Sun Valley Resort in about 25.
Departure & Arrival Airports
Departure · Los Angeles
VNY / BURVan Nuys Airport (VNY)
Primary. One of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, with full-service private terminals. There's no commercial terminal, so you drive to the FBO and walk to your aircraft.
- About 15 minutes to Sherman Oaks, 25 to Beverly Hills
- The deepest pool of aircraft in the LA area
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Alternate. Convenient for Glendale, Pasadena and the east San Fernando Valley, with quick taxi times.
- About 10 minutes to Glendale, 20 to Pasadena
- Easy access from I-5, the 134 and the 101
Arrival · Sun Valley
SUNFriedman Memorial Airport (SUN)
Ketchum & Sun Valley. The airport for the Wood River Valley, in Hailey, in a narrow valley surrounded by mountains. It limits the size of aircraft that can use it, so we book only operators whose crews fly it regularly and choose an aircraft that performs well there in winter.
- Ketchum: about 20 minutes
- Sun Valley Resort: about 25 minutes
- Ask us about a car or SUV with ski racks waiting at the FBO
Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF)
Weather alternate. In Twin Falls, south of the valley. When snow or low cloud closes Friedman, it is the usual alternate, and your advisor plans for it before you leave.
- Ketchum: about 1½ hours by car
Why Clients Fly LA to Sun Valley Private
Ski Season
Peak demand route
Sun Valley usually opens Bald Mountain and Dollar Mountain around Thanksgiving, and the season runs into April. Leave Van Nuys after lunch on Friday and land in Hailey in the late afternoon, with Idaho an hour ahead, then fly home on Sunday when you're done skiing.
Commercial: airline service to Hailey is limited and seasonal, and many itineraries connect through Salt Lake City, Seattle or Denver. When weather closes Friedman, airline passengers are often bused in from Twin Falls or Boise.
- Reserve Christmas to New Year's and Presidents' Day four to six weeks ahead
- Fly a day before or after the peak for more choice of aircraft
Summer & the July Conference Week
Summer brings golf, fly fishing on the Big Wood River and Silver Creek, mountain biking and the free Sun Valley Music Festival. In early July, the valley's best-known business conference brings media and technology executives, and private aircraft parking at Friedman fills up fast. Book that week as early as you can.
Second Homes & Families
Families with homes in Ketchum, Sun Valley, Elkhorn or Hailey fly together in one cabin, with skis, boots and bags in the hold and no luggage fees. Children can move around, and most operators welcome pets in the cabin. Tell us when you request a quote, and we'll confirm with the operator.
A Quieter Kind of Resort
Sun Valley has kept its small-town feel, with short lift lines, a walkable Ketchum and a long history as a retreat for people who value privacy. A private flight fits that: no terminal, no crowds, and your car waiting at the FBO.
Recommended Aircraft for LA to Sun Valley
Best fit
Light Jet
Right for four to six people and their ski gear: nonstop in about 1 hour 40 minutes. Tell us how many ski and boot bags you are bringing, and we will confirm they fit.
- Flight TimeAbout 1 hour 40 minutes eastbound; a little longer westbound
- Passengers4–7
- Popular ModelsPhenom 300, Citation CJ3+, Citation CJ4
- Estimated Price$16,500–$20,500 one-way, or $33,000–$40,500 round trip
Nonstop · seats 4–7 · rear baggage hold · Wi-Fi on many aircraft
Families & groups
Super-Midsize Jet
For larger families and groups, or when everyone brings skis. A stand-up cabin, an enclosed lavatory and a large baggage hold, within Friedman's limits on aircraft size.
- Flight TimeAbout 1 hour 30 minutes each way
- Passengers8–10
- Popular ModelsChallenger 300/350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600
- Estimated Price$22,500–$28,000 one-way, or $45,500–$56,000 round trip
Nonstop · stand-up cabin · large baggage hold · Wi-Fi on most aircraft
Something in between? A midsize jet such as the Citation XLS+ or Latitude ($19,000–$24,000 one-way) seats up to eight with more room than a light jet. For larger groups, your advisor will confirm which heavy jets can use Friedman on your dates. Compare aircraft →
All prices are pre-tax estimates based on typical 2026 rates; the 7.5% federal excise tax and segment and airport fees are added to your quote. Your quote depends on dates, aircraft availability and positioning, and holiday weeks cost more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sun Valley on a private jet?
About 1 hour 40 minutes nonstop from Van Nuys to Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) in Hailey on a light jet, and a little longer flying home because of headwinds. Idaho is one hour ahead of California. From the airport, Ketchum is about 20 minutes by car and Sun Valley Resort about 25.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet from LA to Sun Valley?
A light jet is about $16,500–$20,500 one-way, or $33,000–$40,500 round trip. A super-midsize jet is about $22,500–$28,000 one-way. These are pre-tax estimates based on typical 2026 rates; the 7.5% federal excise tax and fees are extra, and holiday weeks cost more. Estimate your exact trip →
Which airport do private jets use for Sun Valley?
Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN), in Hailey, about 20 minutes south of Ketchum and 25 from Sun Valley Resort. It sits in a narrow mountain valley and limits the size of aircraft that can use it, so we book operators who fly it regularly. When weather closes Friedman, Magic Valley Regional (TWF) in Twin Falls is the usual alternate, about 1½ hours from Ketchum.
What happens if snow closes Friedman on my travel day?
Your advisor watches the forecast with the operator from the day before. If Friedman is closed or below minimums, the flight can wait, land at Twin Falls with a car waiting, or move to the next morning. You decide with your advisor before departure, not at the last minute.
Can I bring skis and golf clubs on a private jet?
Yes. Skis, snowboards, boot bags, golf bags and rod cases ride in the baggage hold at no extra charge. Tell us how many bags you are bringing when you request a quote, and we will match the aircraft to them. Light jets carry gear for four to six people; for bigger groups, a super-midsize jet has room for everyone's.
When should I book a Sun Valley trip?
Book Christmas to New Year's and Presidents' Day four to six weeks ahead, and the early-July conference week as early as possible, because parking at Friedman fills up. Other weekends usually need one to two weeks. We can often arrange a flight within 24 hours, depending on availability. Call (310) 862-JETS, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pacific, seven days a week.
Can I bring my dog on a private flight to Sun Valley?
Most operators welcome pets in the cabin, usually with no extra fee. Tell us about your pet when you request a quote, and we'll confirm with the operator. More on flying with pets →
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Ready to Fly from Los Angeles to Sun Valley?
Tell us your dates, group size and how many ski bags you're bringing, and your advisor will send options, usually the same day. Call (310) 862-JETS or request a quote.