Empty leg flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

18 flights available

Distance
278 nm
320 statute miles
Light Jet jet
58m
Midsize jet
58m
Heavy jet
59m

Flight time by aircraft category

Category Flight time Cruise speed Notes
Turboprop 1h 18m 262 kt Direct
Very Light Jet 1h 03m 364 kt Direct
Light Jet 58m 432 kt Direct
Midsize 58m 454 kt Direct
Super Mid 57m 474 kt Direct
Heavy 59m 484 kt Direct
Ultra Long Range 57m 514 kt Direct
Commercial flight time
1.2 hr ramp-to-ramp
Typical CFM Inc d/b/a Contour Airlines d/b/a One Jet Shuttle schedule on this route (BTS T-100 data). Private jets skip the 2+ hours of TSA, boarding, and connections.
Typical aircraft on this route
Light Jet, Heavy, Midsize
Based on 18+ legs we've tracked on this route.

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Jun 29, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Livermore Muni, CA KLVK
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Bombardier Challenger 604 Heavy
Jun 30, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Moffett Federal Afld, CA KNUQ
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Gulfstream G550 Heavy
Jul 2, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Livermore Muni, CA KLVK
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Dassault Falcon 50EX Super Mid
Jul 5, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Monterey, CA KMRY
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N889CG Gulfstream GIV-SP Heavy
Jul 15, 2026
John Wayne/Orange County, CA KSNA
Monterey Rgnl, CA KMRY
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Gulfstream G550 Heavy
Jul 16, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Francisco, CA KSFO
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N970BG Gulfstream G V Heavy
Jul 18, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Mountain View, CA KNUQ
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N889PG Bombardier Global 5000 Ultra Long Range
Jul 19, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Jose Intl, CA KSJC
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Gulfstream G650ER Heavy
Jul 29, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Francisco Intl, CA KSFO
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Beechcraft Hawker 900XP Midsize
Jul 30, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Carlos, CA KSQL
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Beechcraft King Air 200 Turboprop
Aug 2, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Metropolitan Oakland Intl, CA KOAK
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Cessna Citation CJ3 Light Jet
Aug 4, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Oakland, CA KOAK
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N795MM Pilatus PC 12 NG Turboprop
Aug 6, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Moffett Federal Afld, CA KNUQ
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Bombardier Global Express Ultra Long Range
Aug 13, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Francisco Intl, CA KSFO
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Dassault Falcon 900B Heavy
Sep 5, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Jose, CA KSJC
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N999PR Beechcraft Hawker 900XP Midsize
Sep 14, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Metropolitan Oakland Intl, CA KOAK
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Cessna Citation CJ3 Light Jet
Sep 19, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
Napa County, CA KAPC
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Bombardier Lear 60 Midsize
Nov 24, 2026
Van Nuys, CA KVNY
San Francisco, CA KSFO
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N137WS Gulfstream G IV SP Heavy

Los Angeles to San Francisco empty leg FAQ

How much do empty leg flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco cost?

Empty legs from Los Angeles to San Francisco are typically 50-75% off normal charter rates. Prices depend on aircraft type and how close to departure you book. Set an alert to see live pricing when flights become available.

How long is a private jet flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The route covers approximately 278 nautical miles. A light jet takes about 58m. A midsize jet takes about 58m. A heavy jet takes about 59m.

How often do empty legs appear on this route?

Empty leg frequency depends on charter demand between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Popular routes may see several per week during peak seasons. Most empty legs are posted 1-7 days before departure and are gone within 48 hours. A free alert is the best way to catch them.

Can I fly the reverse route — San Francisco to Los Angeles?

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