Route guide · Los Angeles to Vail
Los Angeles to Vail Private Jet Charter
Fly nonstop from Van Nuys or Burbank to Eagle County Regional Airport in about two hours, then drive 35 minutes to Vail or 25 to Beaver Creek. Room for skis, boots and the whole family.
- Nonstop in About 2 Hours
- Eagle County (EGE)
- Mountain-Experienced Operators
- No Membership, No Deposit
Request a quoteAircraft options for many trips within hours.
Route Overview
- Flight time
- ~1h 50m Nonstop
- Distance
- 640 NM Nautical miles
- Aircraft
- Light jetMidsize jetSuper-midsize jet
Your LA to Vail 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 Eagle forecast with the operator the day before, and again that morning.
- 3
In Flight
About two hours nonstop. Colorado is one hour ahead, so a 1:00 PM departure lands around 4:00 PM Mountain.
- 4
Land & Go
Arrive at Eagle. Your car meets you at the FBO, and you are in Beaver Creek in about 25 minutes or Vail in about 35.
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 · Vail
EGEEagle County Regional Airport (EGE)
Vail & Beaver Creek. The airport for the Vail Valley, in Gypsum at about 6,500 feet, with a 9,000-foot runway that takes every size of private jet. It's in a mountain valley, so we book only operators whose crews fly it regularly in winter.
- Beaver Creek and Edwards: about 25 minutes
- Vail Village and Lionshead: about 35 minutes on I-70
- Ask us about a car or SUV with ski racks waiting at the FBO
Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL)
Weather alternate. About an hour west of Eagle on I-70. When snow or low cloud closes Eagle, Rifle is the usual alternate, and your advisor plans for it before you leave.
- Vail: about 1½ hours by car
Why Clients Fly LA to Vail Private
Ski Weekends
Vail Mountain usually opens in mid-November and Beaver Creek around Thanksgiving. Leave Van Nuys on Friday after lunch and land at Eagle in the late afternoon, with Colorado an hour ahead. You are in Vail Village for dinner and on the mountain Saturday morning, and Sunday's flight home leaves when you're done skiing, not when an airline says.
Commercial: nonstop airline service to Eagle is limited and seasonal, and many itineraries connect through Denver. The drive from Denver International to Vail is about two hours without I-70 traffic or snow, and often much longer on winter weekends.
Holidays & Peak Weeks
Peak demand route
Thanksgiving, Christmas to New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, Presidents' Day and spring break are the busiest weeks in the Vail Valley, at Eagle and on the aircraft that fly there. Book as early as you can for the widest choice of aircraft and departure times.
- Reserve holiday flights four to six weeks ahead
- Fly a day before or after the peak to save on price and parking at Eagle
- Round trips and one-ways both available
Families & Second Homes
Families with homes in Vail, Beaver Creek, Arrowhead or Cordillera 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.
Summer in the Valley
Vail is busy in summer too, with hiking, mountain biking, golf, the GoPro Mountain Games in June and the Bravo! Vail Music Festival. Summer flights are usually easier to book than the ski season, and the same aircraft and airports apply.
Recommended Aircraft for LA to Vail
Best fit
Light Jet
Right for four to six people and their ski gear: nonstop in about two hours, with a quick climb out of Van Nuys and plenty of runway at Eagle. Tell us how many ski and boot bags you are bringing, and we will confirm they fit.
- Flight TimeAbout 1 hour 50 minutes eastbound; a little longer westbound
- Passengers4–7
- Popular ModelsPhenom 300, Citation CJ3+, Citation CJ4
- Estimated Price$18,000–$22,500 one-way, or $36,000–$44,500 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 baggage hold big enough for a full ski trip, with room to spare on the flight home.
- Flight TimeAbout 1 hour 45 minutes each way
- Passengers8–10
- Popular ModelsChallenger 300/350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600
- Estimated Price$24,500–$30,500 one-way, or $49,500–$61,000 round trip
Nonstop · stand-up cabin · large baggage hold · Wi-Fi on most aircraft
What about a midsize jet or a turboprop? A midsize jet such as the Citation XLS+ or Latitude ($21,000–$26,000 one-way) sits between the two, with more room than a light jet. A turboprop such as the King Air 350 can make the trip too, in about 2½ hours. We'll price any of them on request. 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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L.A. to Vail Charter
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Vail on a private jet?
About 1 hour 50 minutes nonstop from Van Nuys to Eagle County (EGE) on a light jet, and a little longer flying home because of headwinds. Colorado is one hour ahead of California. From Eagle, Beaver Creek is about 25 minutes by car and Vail about 35.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet from LA to Vail?
A light jet is about $18,000–$22,500 one-way, or $36,000–$44,500 round trip. A super-midsize jet is about $24,500–$30,500 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 Vail?
Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE), in Gypsum, about 35 minutes west of Vail on I-70 and 25 minutes from Beaver Creek. Its 9,000-foot runway takes every size of private jet. When winter weather closes Eagle, Rifle Garfield County (RIL), about an hour further west, is the usual alternate.
What happens if snow closes Eagle on my travel day?
Your advisor watches the forecast with the operator from the day before. If Eagle is closed or below minimums, the flight can wait, land at Rifle or another nearby airport 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 snowboards on a private jet?
Yes. Skis, snowboards and boot bags 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 is the best time to book a Vail ski trip?
Book Thanksgiving, Christmas to New Year's and Presidents' Day four to six weeks ahead, because aircraft and parking at Eagle fill up. Other winter 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 Vail?
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 Vail?
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.