Charter route · Mountain
Los Angeles → Bozeman
KVNY → KBZN · 771 nm · 2h 13m typical block · $22,000–$31,000 midsize jet
771 nm
Distance
2h 13m
Block time (midsize jet)
$22,000–$31,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Los Angeles–Bozeman run covers 771 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 2h 13m block time from KVNY to KBZN.
Bozeman peaks Dec–Mar, Jun–Sep — strongest demand around winter and summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KBZN 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 | 3h 13m | $9,500–$13,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 17m | $16,000–$22,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 13m | $22,000–$31,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 07m | $25,500–$35,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 05m | $35,500–$49,500 |
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
Los Angeles, CA
Nearby alternates
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
Los Angeles to Bozeman: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Bozeman?
The trip covers about 771 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 13m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 17m, a heavy jet about 2h 05m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Los Angeles to Bozeman cost?
One-way estimates run $22,000–$31,000 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $9,500 (turboprop) to $49,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Los Angeles and Bozeman?
Departures typically use KVNY, KBUR, KLAX; arrivals use KBZN. When KBZN is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KLVM, KBTM, KHLN, KWYS.
What size aircraft is right for Los Angeles to Bozeman?
At 771 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 Los Angeles to Bozeman?
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.