Charter route · West Coast
Las Vegas → Portland
KHND → KPDX · 669 nm · 1h 58m typical block · $19,500–$27,500 midsize jet
669 nm
Distance
1h 58m
Block time (midsize jet)
$19,500–$27,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Las Vegas–Portland run covers 669 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 58m block time from KHND to KPDX.
Portland peaks Jun–Sep — strongest demand around summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KPDX tighten around holidays and major events.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 2h 50m | $8,500–$12,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 02m | $14,000–$20,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 58m | $19,500–$27,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 53m | $22,500–$31,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 51m | $31,500–$44,000 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Las Vegas
04 / Answers
Las Vegas to Portland: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Las Vegas to Portland?
The trip covers about 669 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 58m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 02m, a heavy jet about 1h 51m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Las Vegas to Portland cost?
One-way estimates run $19,500–$27,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $8,500 (turboprop) to $44,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Las Vegas and Portland?
Departures typically use KHND, KVGT, KLAS; arrivals use KPDX, KTTD, KHIO. When KPDX is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KUAO, KMMV, KKLS, KSLE.
What size aircraft is right for Las Vegas to Portland?
At 669 nm, most charters book a midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR, 7–9 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Las Vegas to Portland?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.